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Clearway Energy
Solar Technician
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What they do
A Solar Installer installs solar energy systems for homes or larger buildings. Mounts frames and solar panels on the roof; may install and connect electrical wiring and power storage batteries.
$59,371 / year median in New York
+27% projected growth
Job Description
What The Role Is Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation. This position will be supporting our assets in the Newburgh, NY, Shoreham, NY, New London, CT, and Bridgeport, CT area. If you don't meet 100% of the below qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume. Pay Ranges by
Job Level:
Technician Trainee ($50,000- $60,000) Solar Technician I ($54,000
- $77,000) Solar Technician II ($62,000
- $88,000) Solar Technician III ($88,000
- $107,000) What You'll Be Doing Trainee Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices, and maintain a safe working environment under direct supervision.
Qualifying backgrounds include:
electrical work in a construction trade, employment in a power generation or utility environment, or experience as a licensed or apprentice electrician. Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color-coded wires. Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place. Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams is preferred. Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work. Able to meet the requirements of Clearway Energy Group's Qualified Electrical Worker program. Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations. Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team. Level II (Additions) 1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience. 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C, and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience. Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application. Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities. Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge. Level III (Additions) 4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience. Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects. Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application. Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems. Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems. Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools, and plant safety rules. Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices. Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints. Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature. Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard. Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work. Able to travel (approximately 5%). What Would Be Nice 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred. No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available for this role, now or in the future. #LI-Onsite The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals. Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations $50,000- $107,000 USD Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy.