Solar PV/Maintenance Tech/Electrician

ACT Power Services is hiring a Solar Maintenance Technician in Rapid City, SD. This full-time entry-level role involves performing preventative and corrective maintenance on solar PV plants, ensuring safety standards, and troubleshooting equipment. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, interpreting schematics, and maintaining service reports. Candidates should have familiarity with electrical systems and be willing to learn industry best practices. The position requires outdoor work and the ability to travel.
Job Type: Full-timeJob Location: Rapid City, SDPay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experienceSupplemental Pay:Overtime payPerformance bonusSchedule:Extended hoursMonday to FridayOn callCompany OverviewACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients' needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry's benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.Job DescriptionThe Solar Maintenance Technician is and entry-level position responsible for the safe, productive repairs and maintenance of Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. From performing preventative maintenance and inspections, to troubleshooting and making repairs to maximize production, the Solar Maintenance Technician gets to exercise a verity of skill sets and has constant opportunities to learn more. All while making an impact on our safe, reliable, clean energy future.This role will encompass performing the preventative and corrective maintenance on the solar modules, strings, trackers, and inverters.ResponsibilitiesUphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you doConducting routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilitiesWillingness to learn the NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practicesDC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracingInterpret schematics to understand system layouts and connectionsMaintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, trouble shooting and repair of equipment at solar photovoltaic facilities including but not limited to: Single Axis trackers, Central or String Inverters, Transformers, AC and DC disconnects, Substation equipmentMaintaining company property such as vehicle, tools, meters and plant stockMaintaining service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventoryProvide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as neededIdentify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazardsQualification RequirementsFamiliarity with electrical systems and componentsProficiency in using power tools for repair tasksAbility to read and interpret schematics accuratelyProficiency with MS Office suiteAbility to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversightValid Driver's LicenseWorking knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910, NFPA 70E, and 70BOSHA 10 General Industry certificateMust have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekendsPhysical Requirements/Work Environment:Work is to be performed outdoors at various job sites.Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required.Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basisBenefits:401(k) with employer matchHealth Insurance Dental InsuranceVision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings AccountShort-term and Long-term disability Critical illness Paid Time OffParental LeavePaid HolidaysEmployee assistance programLife insuranceOpportunities for advancementTraining and Development Legal and Identity TheftCompany vehicle or stipend opportunities Pet Insurance Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.