Solar Operations Technician – CA/NV Sites

Georgia Power Company is hiring Solar Operations Technicians for CA/NV sites, responsible for maintaining and operating utility-scale PV power plants. Duties include monitoring operations, troubleshooting, and repairing solar systems. Candidates should have a strong electrical background, safety knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role requires working nights and weekends as needed. Compensation includes salary, overtime potential, and comprehensive benefits.
Description

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:
• Working knowledge of industrial or power plant facility operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrate knowledge in electrical and mechanical safety.
• Demonstrate the understanding of industrial safety practices such as LOTO, switching, maintenance processes, and basic industrial compliance obligations. 
• Proficiency in reading and understanding electrical schematics and prints. 
• Proficient with medium & high voltage equipment. (Preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Self-directed and accountable
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Physical fitness for demanding tasks

 Responsibilities:
• Ensure a safe work environment. Communicate all safety concerns.
• Comply with all safety and compliance procedures and policies.
• Ensure work orders are managed properly and timely.
• Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted, and filed. 
• Communicate across the organization to achieve a resolution to plant and fleet issues. 
• Attend, participate in all assigned training.

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:
• Medical
• Dental
• Life Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• A fully funded pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture
• Complimentary health and wellness programs
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including job rotations and online courses

California-Based Candidates

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

Position Requirements

Qualifications
• Must pass the EEI TECH test (details for the practice test provided below)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A 2-year College/Technical Degree or relevant work experience is required
• Preference for candidates with an electrical background

Skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills
• Experience with Solar Utility Scale Inverter maintenance is preferred
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and electronic devices
• Independent working capability
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Physical fitness for demanding tasks
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with little to no direction as well as possess an ability to follow directions when required.
• Practice Test

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

Logon to: https://secure.eei.org/eeitests/onlineproducts/

Use the following information to log into the site to access the practice test:
• Name: southern
• Password: testing

Practice tests: TECH - Technician Occupations