Associate Solar Technician

DTE Energy is seeking an Associate Solar Technician in Breckenridge, MI. The role involves maximizing energy production of solar systems, conducting maintenance, performing inspections, and assisting with battery storage system upkeep. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some electrical experience. This on-site position requires participation in emergency response and safety meetings, with a focus on teamwork and community impact.
DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required:

On-Site Role: Must be available to work on-site at this assigned work location.

Emergency Response: Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary

Ensures that DTE Electric’s assets are maximizing energy production and operating at their design point. Works closely with more experienced technicians, assisting with operating and maintaining utility scale solar photovoltaic electric systems. Responsibilities also include monitoring, routine inspections, recordkeeping, and various other duties.

Key Accountabilities
• Conducts planned maintenance as well as supporting corrective maintenance activities.
• Performs regular site inspections and reports on repair needs.
• Assists with battery energy storage system maintenance, including monitoring and site inspections.
• Assists with troubleshooting, testing, and repairing equipment as required for both solar equipment and battery energy storage systems.
• Performs remote diagnostic checks and equipment resets as needed.
• Maintains records in computer-based work management program.
• Performs inventory management tasks, including parts counts and providing replenishment requests.
• Provides input to create and revise standard work procedures and operating instructions.
• Prioritizes safety daily, participating in site safety meetings, identifying job hazards, and providing work process improvements.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
• High School diploma or GED and 1 year of electrical experience or experience in operation & maintenance of renewable energy projects

Other Qualifications

Preferred:
• Prefer Solar experience
• Associate Degree in Electrical-related field
• Technical certificate in energy or related discipline
• Solar Service Technician Certification
• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Certification
• Knowledge of plant level controls and low voltage equipment
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures

Other Requirements:
• Ability to travel to other locations
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must complete all required training with a passing score within 12 months of employment
• Ability to learn technical aspects of print reading and diagnostics
• Comfortable working with up to 1,500VDC and 1,000VAC
• Basic data acquisition and networking systems knowledge
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, logical reasoning, written and verbal communication skills
• Keep work vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition
• General computer proficiency
• Must be able to push, pull and lift tools and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

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At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.