O&M Field Technician - Desert Bloom (Maricopa County, AZ)

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) REMOTE US, United States Phoenix, Arizona


Description

Position at Recurrent Energy

 Job Title                  O&M Field Technician
Department:               Operations & Maintenance
Reports to                Regional O&M Manager  
Location:                    Desert Bloom (Maricopa County, AZ)
 
Position Summary:
 
Recurrent Energy is currently seeking an O&M Field Technician for our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Division.  The O&M Field Technician will be responsible for maintenance checks, troubleshooting and repair of project equipment related to any operational solar farms.  The successful candidate will have strong electrical / mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting techniques and organizational skills to drive and achieve project uptime and production targets of projects and must be capable of working independently or within a team environment.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
  • Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation.
  • Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
  • Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
  • Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality and maintenance cost improvement.
  • Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
  • Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety and audit events and warranty claims within the CMMS system.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, tracker etc.
  • Provide machine operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
  • Develop standard operating documents for maintenance and operations.
  • Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
  • Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
  • Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.
  • Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies.
  • Conduct other duties as required.
 Requirements:
  • College degree preferred.
  • 2 years minimum of hands-on experience in the renewable energy (solar, wind or similar).
  • Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
  • Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis
  • Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8am to 5:00pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
  • Must be willing to travel; currently all project locations are within Sicily (Italy).
  • Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
  • Deep knowledge on local regulations applicable to the PV Sites under operation.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.