Solar Technician II

Desert Center, California, United States

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Solar Site Supervisor, the Solar Technician II is responsible for performing corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation. This position is will based in our Victory Pass/Arica office located in Desert Center, CA.

What You'll Be Doing

• 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 maintaining a power facility

• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements

• Participate in required training, including On-the-Job Training, Self-Study, Computer Based Training and Classroom Training

• Performs work independently and/or in work crews

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Travel required as needed

What You'll Bring

• A high school diploma or GED is required

• 1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience

• 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience

• 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

• Will drive company vehicle; must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record

• Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights), when needed

• If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred

• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge

• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place

• Professionalism and excellent communication skills

• Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software

• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations

• Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$60,000-$97,000USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.4 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets, and over 2.4 GW of dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s fleet of emissions-free assets generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Clearway Energy, Inc. is one of the largest owners of clean energy generation assets in the US and is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Our portfolio comprises approximately 11.4 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage and over 2.4 GW of dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. Through our diversified and primarily contracted clean energy portfolio, Clearway Energy endeavors to provide our investors with stable and growing dividend income. Clearway Energy, Inc.’s Class C and Class A common stock are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols CWEN and CWEN.A, respectively. Clearway Energy, Inc. is sponsored by our controlling investor, Clearway Energy Group LLC. For more information, visit investor.clearwayenergy.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Clearway, we create a community that isn’t about being the same – it’s about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway’s team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together

Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, Carlsbad, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide

Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website (https://benefitsatclearway.com/) .

Notice to Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants (https://www.clearwayenergygroup.com/california-consumer-protection-act-applicant-notice/)

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.