Solar Utility Technician

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Solar Utility Technician for operations and maintenance of photovoltaic solar systems in Sharon Springs, NY. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, operating equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and site clean-up. The role requires a high school diploma and offers a salary between $40,000 and $60,000 annually. This position is not remote, as it requires on-site work.
Location: Sharon Springs

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Solar Utility Technician

Date: Mar 31, 2025

Location(s): Sharon Spring, NY, US, 13459

Company: Next Era Energy

Requisition : 86747

Next Era Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

The Utility Technician role will play a crucial role in supporting the operations and maintenance of Next Era Energy's photovoltaic (PV) solar systems located west of Albany. As a member of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team, the technician will be responsible for ensuring the optimal maintenance of our vegetation as well as other duties as assigned.

This position can be based out of Amsterdam, Sharon Springs or West of Albany.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Safely operate equipment including but not limited to tractors, mowers & weed-whackers.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues.
• Adhere to environmental regulations and procedures during maintenance activities and waste management.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders regarding work progress, challenges, and recommendations.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Washing of Mirror Panels with mirror washing equipment.
• Washing of Heat collecting elements with washing equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on washing equipment as needed.
• Perform site clean-up when necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• High School Grad / GED.
• Experience:

0+ years.
Preferred Qualifications
• None.

The estimated base pay for this position is $40,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.

Next Era Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: Next Era Energy Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

Next Era Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Next Era Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sh , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

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Next Era Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Next Era Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies
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