MILLER BROS SOLAR, LLC
JOB TITLE: Utility Solar Technician II - Johnson City, KS
About Miller Bros Solar -
Headquartered in Conshohocken PA, MBS operates 2.5GW + of both Distributed Generation (DG), Utility Scale PV plants and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across 29 states in North America. Our dedicated team aims to exceed our client expectations, control costs, and enable power plants under our management to achieve expected ROIs. Through meticulous customer- focused operations, financial decision-making procedures, and 24/7/365 availability, MBS provides a full wrap of O&M services tailored to our partners' needs. MBS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not sponsor employment visas.
JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY - Utility Solar Technician II
The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and understanding to perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations safely and efficiently, as well as provide ongoing monitoring and data collection, troubleshooting and repair services for the 28 MW solar power facility in Johnson City, KS. (This is not a solar installer position.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Utility Solar Technician I or II
Responsibilities:
•Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to do safely and efficiently.
•Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
•Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
•Performs work independently and/or in work crews.
•Follow and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
•Support or supervise junior technicians in various tasks as needed.
•Maintain accurate records of installations and repairs.
Qualifications: Knowledge/Skills
•Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects and knowledge of electrical equipment including solar modules, combiner boxes, inverters, pv wiring harness, 35kv underground cable and high voltage substations.
•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 excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
•Maturity, professionalism and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with superiors and colleagues.
•High energy, developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
•Detail-oriented with an ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
•Demonstrated proficiency in research, highly technical equipment and engineering.
•Excellent hands on abilities with strong technical skills.
•Skills to include schematics, electrical systems, photovoltaic systems, programmable logic controllers and high voltage.
Competencies
•Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company.
•Maintains a current level of professional knowledge.
•Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
•Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all site individuals
•Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip.
•Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.
•Is a strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate.
•Ability to operate personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
•Ability to read, write and understand English.
•Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Education/Experience
•One (1) or more years-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. (required for a Tech II)
•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.
•2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred.
•Vocational training or certifications in solar technology (required for Technician II).
•Additional specialized training and certifications (example, EE98J preferred for Technician II).
Working Conditions
•Normal plant and/or office environment, including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures and high humidity areas.
•Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
•Requires use of wear personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.)
•May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
•Occasionally requires lifting up to 70 pounds, to perform duties and responsibilities.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•Work overtime and non-standard working hours –(nights) as required
•Travel required as needed.
•'Work Remotely - No - Report to the site daily
Please contact mbsrecruiting@millerbros.us for more information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $37.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
•How many years of commercial solar O&M experience do you have?
•Do you have maintenance experience with photovoltaic systems?
•What is the highest AC and DC voltage levels you have experience working with?
Experience:
•Electrical: 2 years (Required)
•Commercial Solar: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person