Solar Technician II

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company

that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning

14 countries

, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the

Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators

by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a

Great Place to Work

, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly

ranked #1 globally

in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with

$12.7B in revenues in 2023

, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to

25 million customers worldwide.

As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as

24/7 carbon-free energy

for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

- Perform maintenance and operations for solar PV sites and substations.

- Handle corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance.

- Work with equipment like Hitachi & SMA inverters and Nextracker & Soltec Tracking systems, high/medium/low voltage switching.

- Work in Substations/ be able to obtain a TWIC card for NERC compliance

- Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.

- Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

- Work independently or in teams.

Skills and Proficiencies:

- Experience with electrical/construction projects and basic IT equipment.

- Knowledge of workplace safety and ability to follow and improve safety standards.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- Ability to work in a diverse organization.

- Problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.

- Technical proficiency with standard business software.

- Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.

Education and Experience:

- 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications (preferred).

- 3+ years as a PV O&M solar technician. (preferred) - 5+ years in a power plant, with 1+ year in PV Solar O&M or construction. (preferred)

- Knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals.

Working Conditions:

- Outdoor work in various weather conditions.

- Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, climbing, and using protective equipment.

- May work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals.

- Occasional lifting and working overtime or non-standard hours.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.