Solar Commissioning Technician

Job Description – Commissioning Technician

Commercial solar installer seeks an experienced Commissioning Technician to join our team. Experienced preferred, but we are willing to train/teach solar to people with construction skills. Transportation is needed, as projects are in DC and Baltimore area.

Essential Function:

- Use Data Acquisition for identification of performance issues and detailed analysis of system performance and equipment operation

- Perform visual, mechanical, electrical inspection, maintenance and testing of a variety of commercial and industrial solar systems

- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, communication issues, and develop corrective action plans

- Perform commissioning and audit services for Solar electric systems

- Ensure that all Operations and Maintenance activities performed at project sites complies with OEM (original equipment manufacturer) requirements and warranties

- Operate in 600Vac, 1500Vdc situations safely without direct supervision

- Provide timely electronic reports of field services provided and proactive feedback to the team

- Record and report all faults, deficiencies, and other nonconformances on site. Document time, material and travel expenses for the completion of daily responsibilities

- Communicate effectively with internal team, third-party vendors, and actively participate in team meetings

Experience & Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent; Degree or technical certification in related electrical field

- NABCEP certified PV Installer Specialist or PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist preferred

- Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) preferred

- Two (2) to Four (4) years of demonstrated experience operating and maintaining electrical systems

- Experience with power generation, solar technologies

- Valid driver’s license

- OSHA 10-Hour certification required, OSHA 30-Hour, strongly preferred

Skills:

- Ability to work independently and ask for guidance when needed

- Experienced working with electrical systems and solar photovoltaics

- Comfortable operating in low voltage and non-hazardous situations without direct supervision

- Able to safely identify and mitigate hazardous situations

- Knowledge of I/V curve tracing software and thermographic analysis preferred

- Proficient troubleshooting with Isolation Diagnostics Equipment (i.e., Megger or Isolation testers)

- Ability to interpret and comprehend PV System As-built drawings and electrical single lines

- Strong written/verbal communication skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook

- Have a strong attention to detail

- Be a self-starter with strong time management skills

- Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems

Physical Requirements:

- Be able to drive a vehicle confidently and with a high degree of safety

- Be able to stand for long periods of time and walk distances up to three miles a day

- Be able to navigate ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps while maintaining 3 points of contact

- Have the visual acuity for depth perception, no field of vision issues, and the ability to distinguish between colors

- Be comfortable working in a variety of climate conditions which may include but are not limited to, extreme heat (temperatures above 100°F) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32°F) for periods of more than one hour

- Be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Job Type:

Full time

Expected hours:

40 per week

Pay:

$22 - $35 per hour, depending on experience level

Schedule:

8-hour shift Monday - Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

- Performance bonus

Benefits

- Health/Dental/Vision insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- 401(k)

- Tuition reimbursement

- Referral program

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