Summit Ridge Energy

Quality Technician

LocationChicago, IL
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$50,000-$60,000

About This Job


Summary:

Summit Ridge Energy is seeking a Quality Tech to support the Company’s EPC and Operations overall execution capabilities in several core markets but will be primarily focused in Illinois where the Company has developed a large portfolio of ground-mount solar projects, both behind the meter and community solar.

The Quality tech is responsible for ensuring the quality and efficiency of solar energy systems through inspections. This role involves evaluating the system component installation procedures to ensure compliance with Summit Ridge’s specifications and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include conducting quality assurance inspections, documenting findings, and collaborating with the Summit Ridge Energy Construction Management team to address quality issues. The Quality Tech will also assist in developing quality control processes and participate in training sessions to promote best practices.


About Us:

Summit Ridge Energy is the nation’s leading commercial solar developer, fueling America's energy independence. Since 2017, we've mobilized over $5 billion in project capital to develop 200+ solar farms, delivering energy savings to 40,000 homes and businesses nationwide.


Roles and Responsibilities:

The technician is responsible for visiting multiple solar projects in a region and performing routine task-based inspections during the construction phase of project portfolios.

The technician conducts quality assurance inspections, documents findings, and collaborates with internal teams to address any quality issues to prevent re-work and/or to prepare systems for commissioning and capacity testing.

Successful candidates will apply their working knowledge of guiding contractors through troubleshooting mechanical and electrical components and equipment, including but not limited to supervising the testing, maintenance, and repair of all major and balance-of-system components.

Supervise the performance of corrective actions performed by the contractor.

Create and complete observations using Summit iIdge’s Quality Program and tools.

Attend training as needed.

Assist in developing written troubleshooting and maintenance procedure documentation.

Support commissioning and post-commissioning activities as required.

Ensure Summit Ridge’s Quality Program is being adhered to by all parties.

Adhere to workplace safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.

Contribute to the training of project team members on quality and safety procedures and best practices in accordance with Summit Ridge’s programs and industry standards.


Required Skills/Competencies:

High school degree or equivalent.

1-year technical experience and/or solar training program experience.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Ability to follow written and verbal directions and ask clarifying questions as needed.

Ability to engage professionally with personnel at different levels of the company as well as contractors in the field.

Ability to work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends.

Knowledge of equipment including inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, PV modules, DC collection systems, AC collection and distribution systems, energy storage systems, MV/HV systems, SCADA, meters and communication network.

Ability to work in an outdoor environment and travel to remote project sites as required 80% of the time.


Valid Driver’s License.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and capability to learn new software programs quickly

Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Summit Ridge Energy, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.


Occupational Health and Safety:

Summit Ridge Energy provides a workplace free from recognized hazards and complies with standards, rules, and regulations issued under the OSH Act.


Work Environment:

This job operates both in a field-type environment understanding of Safety Culture on a project site is paramount. Candidate will also be expected to work in a professional office setting with local travel to a job site to conduct inspections. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, IPAD, photocopiers, scanners, printers, teleconferencing software, documents projection, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee may be required to lift up to 35 pounds. The employee may encounter extended periods of being on an active construction site, which may include climbing ladders, standing or walking on uneven ground, and being exposed to outdoor climates. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel, bend; and reach with hands and arms.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance


Schedule:


Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply


Work Location: On the road

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