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

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Solar Field Technician Highlights

• –Must have a valid drivers licen
• sePermanent, full-time position with full benefits, bonuses, et
• c.Company vehicle & PPE Equipment will be provid
• edBackground Screening Requir

ed
Your areas of knowledge and experti

se:· High School dipl

oma· 5 years of experience working as a Solar Installer or equivalent combination of education and experience in a construction setti

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

gs.· Mechanical aptitude and motivation to learn and follow directi

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

on.· Experience working with High Volta

ge.· Must be able to understand service and technical manua

ls.· Experience in evaluating information to determine compliance with standar

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

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

es.Advanta

• ge:First
• AidOSHA 10
• /30Class A driver’s lice
• nseExperience in agricultural type vehic
• lesMechanical experie
• nceFAA's Part 107 Small UAS Rule (Drone licen

se)What we are ready to offer y

ou:
· 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 locat

ion.· Competitive annual bonus target based on individual and company performa

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

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

ing.· 15-22 days of PTO in your first year; increases with senio

rity· Flexible work hours and remote first cult

ure.· 8 weeks paid family l

eave· Health and wellness benefit; up to $500 annua

lly.· Free language less

ons.· Educational reimbursem

ent.· Relocation assistance, as applica

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

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

rgy.
Are our values your va

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

ions?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 responsibi

lity.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 act

ions.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