Solar Technician 1
United States · California, USA · Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, USA · Santa Maria, CA, USA
This position is responsible for the corrective, preventive and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safety and efficiently perform. Overtime, shift work and travel may be required. Work is performed under supervision and direction from the maintenance manager.
BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.
Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.
Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals – preparation, planning and attention to detail – holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.
BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
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High school diploma or general education degree; with one to three years of experience or related education of power plant operation/maintenance or equivalent education and experience.
Demonstrates basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical fundamentals of PV systems in power facilities.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Knowledge of PC software application, including spreadsheet, word processing and database.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence accurately.
Ability to communicate orally, use acceptable telephone and radio etiquette necessary to communicate needs.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including percentages, area, circumference and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Effective ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.
A valid California driver’s license is required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to lift and carry loads up to 70 pounds. It also requires one to be able to climb ladders and steps as high as 60 feet.
One must be able to withstand temperatures varying from 40 F to 120 F for long periods of time.
At times it is required to enter a confined area and climb to heights and get into difficult to access areas of equipment to inspect or collect data on plant equipment.
At times the employee is required to sit, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The individual is required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.
The employee will be utilizing all the sensory perceptions such as touch, taste, feel, hearing and seeing.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job the employee works near moving machinery and may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles.
Occasionally the employee is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals as well as loud areas and exposed hot piping.
During performing assigned duties, the employee may be required to work with or be exposed to hazardous substances and occupational hazards.
The company will provide the employee with initial training on all known hazardous substances and occupational hazards prior to allowing the employee to perform a particular duty unsupervised.
Annual refresher training will also be provided on all known hazards and new hazards as they are identified.
Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform.
Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintain a power facility.
Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
Must be able to perform work independently and/or in work crews.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
