O&M Technician - BayWa r.e.

What you'll do:

• Respond to Service calls as dispatched from Operations Manager to perform QA/QC, Commissioning, Service, Warranty and O&M duties
• Proficiently read and comprehend building plans to effectively build electrical installations that are mechanically excellent, of the highest workmanship, aesthetically pleasing, and optimally functional
• Track progress of cases and log communications with manufacturers as detailed notes for reporting
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues and implement Code compliant fixes in the field in a safe manner
• Work with OEMs to determine warranty status of installed equipment and follow guided RMA processes
• Keep detailed and organized notes of findings while on sites
• Fill out Service Reports, track travel and labor time as well as used materials for billing
• Confirm accuracy of, red-line and/or modify As Built Drawings as needed- as well as bring changes to Operations Manager's attention for inclusion in archived documentation
• Perform QA/QC & Commissioning Testing at vital milestones of the construction of new builds and assist Operations Manager in building out process documents for reoccurring issues
• Lead resolution of service needs such as: arc-faults, ground-faults, monitoring outages, late inverter start-ups, insulation faults, general underproduction, etc
• Assist with all project types: commercial, industrial, and utility-scale grid-tied, off-grid and energy storage systems. Assess problems and implement solutions during the construction process.
• Review project plans and drawings and confirm all equipment and material needed
• Apply an in-depth understanding of the performance characteristics of various components of a solar system and how they interrelate to field construction execution.
• Emphasize the highest level of quality assurance and adherence to safety standards and regulations
• Collaborate with design teams and inventory managers to track, effectively use, and strategically purchase inventory to maintain target inventory levels
• Perform other general support duties as assigned by Employee's supervisor
• Complete all reports and other documentation timely and accurately
• Drive and maintain all company vehicles, owned, or rented, in accordance with Company policy and local laws
• Maintain safety training related to the installation of electrical systems and basic CPR and First Aid

What you'll bring:

• 2+ years of experience with a journeyman's electrician card or 4+ years of experience as an electrical apprentice on solar installation or solar service work
• OSHA-10 certified
• Knowledge of the NEC Code and the ability to use and reference the Code is a plus
• Proficient skills with computers including: Windows OS (multiple versions), Microsoft Office and document/content creation, various inverter & monitoring programs
• Ability to work both under close direction and in a self-directed manner, as needed
• Ability to pass a comprehensive drug screening and background check.
• Must have a good driving record and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work in a physical environment with full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move greater than 25 pounds with or without assistance.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an 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.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be regularly exposed to high, precarious places; climbing ladders; walking on roofs (both flat and angled); outside weather conditions and vibration; confined locations (i.e. attics and crawl spaces).
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of Mechanical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.