Solar Technician III

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The Operations team is looking for a seasoned Solar Technician Level III with utility scale solar field and substation experience this individual would play a pivotal role in ensuring that AES CE operates the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best-practice. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and have the ability to build train and lead other field personnel. As AES CE grows to become one of the leading IPPs in the industry this role will provide an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assigned operations and maintenance activities associated with the solar sites associated with the utility scale projects located in Central Valle CA
• Performs corrective preventive and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform for equipment including but not limited to installed inverters trackers combiner boxes PV modules DC collection equipment and systems AC collection and distribution equipment and systems
• Performs routine maintenance work (electrical troubleshooting and repair instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting basic Inverter troubleshooting) up to their capabilities as assigned and/or directed by supervisor and work orders from the maintenance management system.
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders.
• Operates electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
• Participates in training as required.
• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Assists with site vegetation mitigation plans including running tractors riding mowers and other vegetation maintenance equipment.
• Writes Plant Orders Plant Procedures Operating Instructions and otherdocuments as assigned by supervision.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews.

Desired Skills Expertise and Competencies:

• Understands and promotes general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and associated substation.
• Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects and knowledge of basic IT equipment.
• Knowledgeable in Substation equipment systems and operations.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Maturity professionalism and excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing with superiors and colleagues.
• Promotes the site team; strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate.
• High energy developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to synthesize complex analysis approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
• Demonstrated proficiency in research highly technical equipment and engineering.
• Excellent hands on abilities with strong technical skills.
• Ability to operate personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Ability to read write and understand English.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company.
• Maintains a current level of professional knowledge.
• Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals
• Communicates openly and honestly does not engage in gossip.
• Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.

Education / Experience:

• Possess 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications
• Three (3) or more years experience as a PV O&M solar technician
• Five (5) or more years experience in a power plant and one (1) or more years experience in PV Solar O&M or construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements control circuits and solid-state theory application.
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities.

Working Conditions:

• Working outside.
• Normal solar power plant and/or office environment including working at heights high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas.
• Requires standing sitting walking kneeling twisting climbing stairs and ladders and entering plant equipment to access inspect or collect data on plant equipment.
• Requires use of wear personal protective safety equipment (respirators safety glasses hard hat appropriate footwear ear plugs etc.).
• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work overtime and non-standard working hours as required.
• Travel to sites outside typical area.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $40.50 and $48.66/per hour; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical dental and vision coverage life insurance 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (including vacation sick leave time and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is 06/05/2026