Solar Technician, Level 1

Leeward Renewable Energy is hiring a Level 1 Solar Technician in Hartford City, IN. The role involves routine maintenance and troubleshooting of utility-scale solar PV systems, ensuring safety compliance, and documenting activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, an unrestricted driver's license, and experience in power plant operations or equipment maintenance. Flexibility for travel and working outside traditional hours is required.
LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Job Summary:

The Solar Technician is responsible for performing routine preventive maintenance on utility-scale solar PV systems, including inverter stations, combiner boxes, and weather stations, to include diagnosing and troubleshooting system issues using SCADA and on-site testing tools.

Responsibilities:



Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical and mechanical equipmentEnsure that all tasks are performed safely and in accordance with site operating proceduresComplete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSAs, Permit to Work, and job-specific documentation to ensure safe maintenance and repair executionConduct inspections and thermal imaging to detect potential electrical and mechanical failuresReplace and repair system components such as fuses, wiring, circuit breakers, and modulesDocument all maintenance and repair activities using CMMS and reporting toolsProactively identify and recommend improvements to job-specific processes and proceduresPerform balance of plant (BOP) and switchyard work as requiredPerform electrical testing as necessary, including insulation and thermal testingUse Microsoft Office and computer software tools in support of communication, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshootingIdentify gaps in safety standards and recognize safety risks in the environmentRespond promptly to emergencies and perform immediate troubleshooting and corrective actionsEnsure compliance with site protocols for access, HSE, security, deliveries, and inspectionsBe available to support operations outside traditional hours, including emergent abnormal conditions and O&M issuesOperate mobile equipment such as mowers, forklifts, tractors, excavators, and motor vehiclesAssist in vegetation management and site upkeep where applicableMaintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumablesAll other duties as assigned



Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalentUnrestricted driver license in good standingMust be skilled in at least one of the following: power plant operations, electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance; substation maintenanceMust be competent in power plant safety protocolsMust be competent in electrical safetyKnowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power toolsAbility and willingness to occasionally travel to and from job sites as assigned, including supporting other sitesRoutine operation of a computer/tablet and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printerFrequent oral and written communicationsFlexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as requiredComplete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframeMust be adaptive to new technologies and methodsMust take ownership of responsibilities and look beyond the work task, with regards to discovering new opportunities for corrective work



Preferred:

Associate degree in engineering or related field from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internetTechnical certification in Electrical Technology, Renewable Energy, or related fieldOSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70E trainingKnowledge of SMA, Sungrow, or similar inverter platforms Physical Work: Perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying items up to 50 lbs. Work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.



Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.