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Senior Solar Technician
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Senior Solar Technician at Carolina Solar Services provides experienced field service for utility-scale solar facilities, leading maintenance, commissioning, and troubleshooting while training junior technicians and ensuring safe, timely service completion.
About this role
Position Summary:
The Senior Solar Technician will be the experienced field service technician for CSS’ operations and maintenance of solar facilities. The Senior Solar Technician is responsible for leading work, training junior technicians, representing CSS in the field, and the safe andtimely completion of all service obligations.
Essential Functions:
- Troubleshooting and repairing utility scale solar generators
- Lead commissioning, quality assurance inspection, or preventative maintenance work as needed
- Provide timely Field Service Reports back to Operations staff for delivery to client
- Provide on-the-job training to less experienced field staff, be a leader in safe and proper work practices
- Perform vegetative maintenance as required
- Ensure a premium level of customer service
- Participate in weekend and holiday on-call schedule
- Occasional overtime work and overnight travel required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to create and support team morale
- Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910.269, NFPA 70E,B
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
- Team oriented attitude
- Prioritizes safety daily, actively participate and lead site safety meetings
- General computer, network, and technology proficiency
- Values staff development and organizational excellence
- Firm understanding of the principles of electrical theory and photovoltaic power generation
- Understanding & experience in the operation and concepts relating to electrical and mechanical trade work
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record tooperate a company vehicle
- 3 years field experience in utility solar PV or 6 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- First-Aid/CPR/AED
- NFPA 70E
- OSHA 30
- OEM certified training on one or more inverter systems
- Commissioning or maintenance experience
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently
- Ability to work at high heights with the use of a safety harness
Work Environment:
- ~90% of time spent in-field at utility scale solar facilities
- Exposure to weather, extreme heat or cold
- Exposure to native plants and, occasionally, animals
- Exposure to electrical hazards
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
Benefits Summary:
We work to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees that are aimed at supporting your health and wellness, financial planning, work life balance, and protection from the unexpected. The following benefits are included in addition to your base compensation:
- 401(k)
- Medical insurance
- Dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Paid Solar Sabbaticals (extended period off for every three years of service)
- Laptop, cell phone, and unlimited data plan
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment paid for by the Company
- Access to Company vehicle for work-related travel
- Reimbursement for work-related travel at GSA rates
- Long term disability insurance coverage
- Weekend and holiday on-call bonus
About the Company
We provide solutions for renewable energy systems to support a sustainable future. As stewards of the environment, our team maximizes the impact of every power plant we service through an independent and human focused approach.
We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, physical and/or mental disability, genetic information, atypical cellular or blood trait, marital and/or familial status, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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