Acciona is looking for a PV Solar Lead Technician to join our 350 MW Solar farm located in El Campo, Texas.

Responsibilities:

• This is the senior PV Solar & Energy Storage Technician position and as such, is expected to lead, orient, train, and mentor all site technicians
• Supervise all employees, contractors, and work on site with a continuous emphasis on safety, quality, the environment, and regulatory compliance by utilizing training, experience, and strict adherence to company policies & procedures
• Act as the Acciona Energy representative for the site to all employees, partners, visitors, regulatory bodies, land owners, and the general public
• Provide input and execute local responsibilities for the sustainability and social responsibility programs
• Manage subcontractors in the execution of building & grounds maintenance, vegetation control, snow plowing, module washing, etc.
• Maintain the site work and On Call schedules, ensuring proper staffing to perform planned and corrective maintenance
• Assist the Regional Manager in completing employee performance reviews and succession planning
• Communicate with the Regional Manager and direct the reporting requirements for any incidents, injuries or unsafe acts that have occurred
• Perform inspections, audits, and observations to ensure clean, orderly, and hazard free work sites
• Know the immediate actions required per the site Emergency Action Plan and actively manage the execution of the plan during training, drills, or emergency situations
• Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work
• STOP work when there are unsafe conditions or questions about high-risk activities.
• Supervise contracted personnel in the field to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and work schedule requirements
• Confirm the use appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
• Administer the Lock-out \ Tag-out Program at site, providing the necessary training for employees, visitors, and contractors, performing paperwork reviews and field audits to correct deficiencies
• Interface with the Regional Planner on work orders, pending works, maintenance plans, and parts issues
• Focus on maintaining equipment in the highest operating condition to maximize production
• Inspect equipment, record and review data, looking for abnormal operating conditions and correcting or reporting them, as prescribed
• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, operations, maintenance, and repairs on PV solar field, inverters, battery storage, balance of plant, communications, IT, and substation equipment
• Perform electrical switching activities in the solar field, balance of plant, and substation, working with voltages up to 345,000 Volts
• Perform maintenance in a professional manner, leaving equipment in a fully functional and clean condition with no unapproved alterations
• Administration of the Calibrated Tool Program.
• Maintain tools and equipment used to perform maintenance assignments, including the use and requirements for calibrated tooling
• Development and review of writing instructions and procedures for the testing, maintenance, and operation of equipment
• Maintain the parts inventory by accurately receiving, stocking, checking out, ordering, and shipping parts
• Perform activities, as required, to replace parts under warranty and track warranty terms
• Create purchase requisitions for needed services, tooling, and non-inventory parts
• Communicate effectively and promptly with the remote operations center and other entities
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to facility issues
• Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality audits & inspections, and performance testing.
• Ensure all documentation and required reports are complete, reviewed, submitted and filed
• Responsible for the maintaining accurate employee records for time keeping, operating logs, and maintenance work orders
• Provide the best training possible to others, as directed
• Conduct the necessary First Day \ First Hour training for all personnel coming on site and maintain accurate records of training completion
• Attend, participate, pass, and document all required training within prescribed due dates
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter, including Lock-out \ Tag-out and Qualified Electrical Worker (Substation Level)
• Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
• Manage the maintenance activities required for the site vehicles to ensure that they are in a clean, safe, road worthy condition
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

• Able to work alone and independently
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead people
• 2-4 years of experience in a related position
• High school diploma or equivalent, 2 year technical degree or equivalent. Journeyman Electrician certification and qualifications preferred
• Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of time
• Flexibility to work overtime, night shifts, and rotating shifts, as required. There will be periods of time that require work at night (estimated at 25-35%).
• Ability to work in outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, and grasses
• Strong understanding of PV solar and battery storage hazards, workplace safety requirements and dedication to follow safety procedures
• Demonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining power facility SCADA, control systems, electrical systems, fiber optic communications equipment, power electronics
• Demonstrated advanced abilities in using computers and Microsoft Office software
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency working with hand tools, calibrated tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment including multi-meters and meggers
• Deep knowledge of AC & DC electrical theory, power electronics, storage batteries, substation equipment and functionality
• Demonstrated ability to train others to read schematic, wiring, and one-line drawings
• Previous certification and work experience with both medium and high voltage equipment
• Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport

Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo

Puede trasladarse/mudarse:

• El Campo, TX 77437: Trasladarse al trabajo sin problemas o planear mudarse antes de comenzar a trabajar (Deseable)

Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial