Solar Technician

About Us

We are BayWa r.e. Americas Projects & Services, a leading developer of utility-scale renewable energy. We are also an in-house and third-party operations and services provider, offering 24/7/365 monitoring from our headquarters in Carlsbad, CA. Our team of dedicated experts spans the United States and Mexico. Since first entering the North American market in 2014, we have brought over 2 GW online and are currently managing over 1.6 GW of operational assets. Our development pipeline is currently 11.5 GW in North America alone and continues to grow at an impressive pace.

Our mission is to deliver reliable and affordable energy across the Americas. We value long-term partnerships and actively collaborate with local communities and organizations to fund workforce development, support disaster relief efforts, and incorporate sustainability and biodiversity into our projects.

BayWa r.e. Americas Projects & Services is a subsidiary of BayWa r.e., a leading global developer, service provider, distributor, and energy solutions provider. BayWa r.e. has a development pipeline exceeding 22 GW and over 10 GW in assets under management.

Our shareholders are BayWa AG, an international group with diversified operations in agriculture, energy, and construction, and Energy Infrastructure Partners, a leader in energy infrastructure investment with a global investor base.

Purpose:

BayWa r.e. Americas is seeking a Solar Field Technician to join our Operations team.

Solar Field Technicians assist in the successful maintenance of commercial solar systems in the United States. They are responsible for assisting with preparation, handling, and supplying of materials to be used. Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in compliance with site assessment and schematics. Thise role will also measure, cut, assemble, and bolt structural framing and solar modules. Solar Field Technician will operate machinery on site to avoid Health & Safety issues and to provide maximum generation.

Responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Support and assist in the maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage equipment such as inverters, combiner boxes, switchgear, transformers, voltage regulators, electrical protective devices, main and auxiliary generators, metering systems and battery support systems.

· Ensure safe work practices and company safety programs and policies relative to the installation and maintenance of these systems.

· Install and maintain electrical service equipment, wiring, and conduit required for the proper functioning of solar PV systems.

· Assist in job safety and overall crew support including staging materials, general site work support, as well as site preparation and clean up.

· Provide regular updates of job status, and complete necessary paperwork daily.

· Assist and work with others as needed.

· Comfortable working on ladders and tight spaces.

· Perform quality control to identify hazards and defects.

· Follow instructions, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

· Use appropriate hand tools (i.e. crescent wrench, pliers, hammer, screwdriver, etc.) and power tools (i.e. Drills, Impact Wrenches) to perform a variety of functions to install and maintain photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions.

· Layout, assemble, and install solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.

· Apply weather sealing to array, building, support mechanisms, or breaker box.

· Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials.

· Install the required labels on solar system components and hardware.

· Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency.

· Activate photovoltaic (PV) systems to verify system functionality and conformity to performance expectations.

· Compile or maintain records of system operation, performance, and maintenance.

· Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.

• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e. back-up alarms, the smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens).
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• May require travel to other East Coast Projects as needed

Solar Field Technician Highlights –

• Must have a valid drivers license
• Permanent, full-time position with full benefits, bonuses, etc.
• Company vehicle & PPE Equipment will be provided
• Background Screening Required

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• High School diploma.

· 5+ years of experience working as a Solar Installer or equivalent combination of education and experience in a construction setting.

· Experience in reading blueprints, plan sets, and/or technical drawings.

· Mechanical aptitude and motivation to learn and follow directions

· Working knowledge of the Solar Photovoltaic construction craft and the assembly, installation, or maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for ground installation.

· Experience working with High Voltage.

· Must be able to understand service and technical manuals.

· Experience in evaluating information to determine compliance with standards.

· Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal, driving, and drug screen.

· Must have a valid driver’s license, maintain an insurable driving record, and demonstrate a history of safe driving practices.

Advantage:

• First Aid
• OSHA 10/30
• Class A driver’s license
• Experience in agricultural type vehicles
• Mechanical experience
• FAA's Part 107 Small UAS Rule (Drone license)

What we are ready to offer you:

· Total compensation package dependent upon several factors, including candidate’s professional experience, candidate’s skills, position’s seniority level, department’s hiring budget, and position’s location.

· The salary range for this role is $28.00-$38.00

· Competitive annual bonus target based on individual and company performance.

· Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans.

· 401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer matching.

· Flexible work hours and remote first culture.

· Approved Time Off policy for all Salaried, Full-time employees in the US

· 8 weeks paid family leave

· Health and wellness benefit; up to $500 annually.

· Free language lessons.

· Educational reimbursement.

· Relocation assistance, as applicable.

· A diverse and inclusive global team with a strong culture focusing on employee health and wellbeing.

· The possibility to make a positive contribution to our planet and use your world class marketing knowledge to set new standards in Renewable Energy.

Are our values your values?

Are you ambitious enough to make a big impact in our business and beyond? Do you create meaningful solutions?

Do you believe that we succeed as a team? We collaborate honestly, friendly, and respectfully. We have fun and celebrate our successes. How about you?

Are you reliable? We create trust by taking on responsibility.

Do you inspire others with an open mind, courage, and innovation? We challenge the status quo.

Our values define our unique way of working together and give us direction in our daily actions.

At BayWa r.e. we are committed to providing an environment where mutual respect and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person