Solar Operations Technician – CA/NV Sites

Overview

Are you looking for a satisfying career in the Solar Industry? We are seeking motivated and technically skilled individuals to fill several upcoming Solar Technician positions across Nevada and California. Successful candidates will work in a small team environment where responsibility and ownership are paramount.

Routine Job Functions

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of utility-scale PV power plants. Duties include monitoring PV Solar Plant operation through SCADA, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems, including inverters, PV modules, combiner boxes, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems. Successful candidates will use IBM Maximo for documenting work, managing inventory, and tracking plant equipment issues. A successful candidate should expect to work some nights and weekends as required to meet the needs of the business.

Skills/Competencies

Responsibilities

Compensation

Total compensation includes base salary, potential for overtime, and the potential for an annual bonus. (NV and CA)

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

California-Based Candidates

For those based in California, the expected salary range is $72,205 to $108,939 annually, in accordance with state law.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

Skills

Many of our tests have practice tests available; there is one available for the TECH test.

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Practice tests: TECH - Technician Occupations

Southern Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 10678

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Power