Requisition ID: 90509 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description This position will be located in Chesapeake, Virginia The PV Solar & Battery Technician I will play a crucial role in supporting the operations and maintenance of NextEra Energy's photovoltaic (PV) solar and battery storage systems located at Chesapeake Solar Energy Center near Chesapeake, Virginia. As a member of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team, the technician will be responsible for ensuring optimal performance and reliability of clean energy systems. Responsibilities: • Conduct routine inspections of PV solar systems to identify and address any maintenance or performance issues. • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities, including cleaning panels, replacing faulty components, and performing tests to ensure optimal system performance. • Troubleshoot and diagnose system failures, utilizing technical knowledge and monitoring tools. • Collaborate with the operations team to implement and execute maintenance plans and procedures. • Coordinate closely with the construction team during the installation and commissioning of new solar projects. • Generate reports and maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, and equipment conditions. • Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies during all work activities. • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in solar technology and maintenance techniques. Join NextEra Energy’s Power Generation Team Job Overview The Site Technician will support the Regional Manager or designee to ensure the perfect execution of the PGD processes. Site Technicians in a solar region perform duties in the following but are not limited to safety, contractor management, electrical/electronic/mechanical equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, overall site operations, asset management and regulatory compliance, reliability engineering, and inventory management. Job Duties & Responsibilities • Reliability engineering • Warranty management • Operation and basic maintenance • Electrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairs • Safety and Environmental program stewardship • Supervisory duties of NEE employees and contractors • Mechanical troubleshooting and repairs • Business duties and Inventory management • Heavy equipment operation • Regulatory compliance • Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications • High School Grad / GED • Experience: 2+ years • Valid Driver's License (NON CDL) Preferred Qualifications • Trade School Graduate • Licensed Electrician • Licensed Master Electrician • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more. Employee Group: Non Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status. NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information. #LI-CV1
See More Details >>ERSG is currently looking for a Commercial Site Administrator for a large offshore wind turbine manufacturer based out of Portsmouth, Virginia. Position Overview: The Commercial Site Administrator manages typical finance administrative tasks on a construction site and reports functionally to the Commercial Site Management and disciplinary to the Operations Manager in the back-office. Supporting the Commercial Site Manager & Senior Admins to ensure financial and commercial processes on site are properly adhered to, the Commercial Site Administrator will be part of the site team to assist with the day-to-day finance topics including forecasting, quality assurance of costs on site, purchase ordering, processing, and checking invoices from suppliers and reporting of costs. Responsibilities: Procurement: • Support the Purchase Order (PO) process by raising PO requisitions, sending POs to suppliers, and ensuring adherence to all purchasing processes. • Execute the Short Order process on-site, including raising, filing, and monitoring all short orders. • Validate supplier invoicing and ensure correct posting against POs, acting as a contact person for suppliers regarding invoices and payments. Cost Controlling: • Assist the Commercial Site Manager with input on site purchases to enhance cost controlling and forecast accuracy. Asset Management: • Ensure site inventory is established and monitored, including setting up and maintaining an assets log and performing regular inventory checks. Commercial Documentation: • Track, monitor, and log site inventories, purchases, assets, and equipment. • Provide support for ad hoc administrative tasks, including attending meetings and drafting minutes/notes as needed. Event Documentation and Communication: • Maintain responsibility for documenting events and communicating these to the Commercial team, ensuring they are informed of any issues that impact the project financially. Coordination with Construction Administrators: • Collaborate with Construction Administrators to ensure alignment with project operations and goals. Competencies: • Business Administration and Finance – Purchase Ordering, Invoices, cost controlling and analysis. • Advanced communication skills in multicultural environments. • English language proficiency. • Advanced IT Skills - MS Outlook, Office 365 (Excel, Word, OneDrive). • Team player. • Self-motivated and trustworthy. • Quality & Focus Oriented • Experienced w/ SAP • Knowledge and interest in industry - wind turbine industry, construction projects. • Safety awareness • Analysis/statistics • OSHA10 or Equivalent Qualifications: Professional: • Proven experience as office / business administrator, assistant or relevant role. Qualifications in Finance and Business Administration studies will be an advantage. Project/Process: • Familiarity with Siemens office management procedures and preferably within the Offshore Wind Industry. Intercultural: • Living and working experience in an intercultural environment Capabilities: • Team Skills • Ability to Learn • Communication Skills • Customer Focus • Ability to Analyze • Change Orientation Contacts: • Internal - Finance and Commercial teams, Site Management and Site Team, Site Support, Departments and all other internal Interface to/from the site. • External - Customers, subcontractors, suppliers and all other external contacts to/from the site
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Chesapeake, VA, typically begins with specialized training in wind energy technology, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. This training, which can last several months to two years, is crucial for developing the technical skills needed for wind turbine maintenance and repair. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, with Chesapeake, VA, seeing a significant increase in wind energy jobs. Wind energy technicians in Chesapeake earn an average of $100.47 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Training programs, industry certifications, and apprenticeships offered by trade schools and organizations like the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) provide aspiring wind energy professionals with the necessary skills and credentials to succeed in this rapidly expanding field.
