Field Service Technician I - Solar
About this role
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.
Summary:
The Field Service Technician I will assist senior Field Service Technicians with operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventative and corrective maintenance of on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, and power inverters.
Requirements:
- Takes direction from senior site personnel.
- Assists with troubleshooting of AC and DC power systems.
- Conducts preventative maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
- Uses hand tools effectively.
- Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Manages site inventory.
- Follows site safety plan and safe work practices.
- Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
- Interfaces with project subcontractors.
- Represents RES in professional manner to project stakeholders.
- Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
- Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
- Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
- Rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
- Presets, supports, and leads by example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
Safety:
- Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
- Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
- Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
- Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
- Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
- Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
- Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.
Qualifications:
- High school/GED General Education required.
- 1+ years or more Related maintenance experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Electrical power systems
- Drawings
- Basic circuit theory
- OSHA regulations
- Hand tools
- Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities.
- Ability to work a rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
- Functional Competencies Include: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Prioritization.
- Domestic travel 5-15% required.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Anticipated base salary range: $25.96 - $32.45
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Location: Jacksboro, Texas
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life and Voluntary Life
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
- 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
- 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., and Stooping required.
Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Pinching, Lifting 5-15 lbs., and Walking required
Frequently: Gripping required.
Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, and Standing required.
Rarely exposed to Wet, Noise, and Vibration in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, and Humidity in the working environment.
Frequently exposed to Hazards in the working environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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Company at a glance
RES is the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, working across 24 countries and active in wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, transmission, and distribution. An industry innovator for over 40 years, RES has delivered more than 29 GW of renewable energy projects across the globe and plans to bring more than 26 GW of new capacity online in the next five years.
As a service provider, RES has the skills and experience in asset management, operations and maintenance (O&M), and spare parts – supporting 45 GW of renewable assets across 1,300 sites. RES brings to the market a range of purposeful, practical technology-based products and digital solutions designed to maximise investment and deployment of renewable energy.
RES is the power behind a clean energy future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy bringing together global experience, passion, and the innovation of its 4,500 people to transform the way energy is generated, stored and supplied.
Founded1981
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryServices for Renewable Energy
Location
Centerville, Texas, United States
Websiteres-group.com
LinkedInLinkedIn
Top Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k) Plan With 6% Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
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