PV Solar Field Tech Leader - Roswell Solar, NM

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a PV Solar Field Tech Leader in Roswell, NM. This role involves leading a team of technicians in the installation, maintenance, and repair of PV solar systems. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, coordinating project activities, providing technical expertise, and maintaining compliance with quality standards. The position requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.
Requisition ID: 93477

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Position Specific Description

The PV Solar Field Tech Leader is a key role responsible for leading and overseeing a team of PV solar field technicians. As a leader in the field, you will ensure the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems. The PV Solar Field Tech Leader will play a critical role in ensuring the success of solar projects and maintaining high standards of performance and safety.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and guidance to a team of PV solar field technicians, ensuring teamwork, collaboration, and a positive work environment. Coach and mentor team members while promoting professional development opportunities.Collaborate with project managers and engineers to plan and execute PV solar projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety guidelines. Coordinate team activities and allocate resources effectively.Oversee the, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of PV solar systems, including modules, inverters, racking systems, and electrical components. Ensure compliance with design specifications and technical standards.Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with PV solar systems. Lead repair and maintenance activities, ensuring timely resolution of problems to minimize downtime and maximize system performance.Maintain a strong safety culture on-site, promoting adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Conduct regular safety trainings, inspections, and audits to minimize workplace hazards and foster a safe working environment.Maintain accurate records of project activities, equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and repairs. Prepare and submit comprehensive reports to management, highlighting project progress, issues, and recommendations.Implement and enforce quality control procedures to ensure proper installation, operation, and maintenance of PV solar systems. Perform inspections and quality checks to verify compliance with industry standards and project specifications.Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to procure equipment, tools, and materials required for PV solar projects. Manage relationships, negotiate contracts, and evaluate performance to ensure high-quality services and timely deliveries.
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Job Overview

The Site Technician will support the Regional Manager or designee to ensure the perfect execution of the PGD processes. Site Technicians in a solar region perform duties in the following but are not limited to safety, contractor management, electrical/electronic/mechanical equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, overall site operations, asset management and regulatory compliance, reliability engineering, and inventory management.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
Reliability engineeringWarranty managementOperation and basic maintenanceElectrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairsSafety and Environmental program stewardshipSupervisory duties of NEE employees and contractorsMechanical troubleshooting and repairsBusiness duties and Inventory managementHeavy equipment operationRegulatory compliancePerforms other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Grad / GEDExperience: 5+ yearsValid Driver's License (NON CDL)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or Equivalent ExperienceLicensed ElectricianLicensed Master ElectricianCable Locating Principles&Techniques CerSix Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
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Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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