PV Lead Solar Technician

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The PV Solar Energy Storage Lead Technician is responsible for leading the technician staff of Acciona’s PV facility. The Lead will bring deep electrical and mechanical knowledge and experience in PV technology to troubleshoot/repair issues. This position will plan the work schedule, assign maintenance tasks, ensure safety protocols are being followed, train the staff on equipment, tools, and applications, and provide overall operational support. The Lead Technician are the highest level of technical expertise at the site, capable of assisting the PV Solar Technicians as needed.

Job DescriptionThis is the senior PV Solar Technician position and as such, is expected to lead, orient, train, and mentor all site techniciansSupervise all employees, contractors, and work on site with a continuous emphasis on safety, quality, the environment, and regulatory compliance by utilizing training, experience, and strict adherence to company policies & proceduresAct as the Acciona Energy representative for the site to all employees, partners, visitors, regulatory bodies, land owners, and the general publicProvide input and execute local responsibilities for the sustainability and social responsibility programsManage subcontractors in the execution of building & grounds maintenance, vegetation control, snow plowing, module washing, etc.Maintain the site work and On Call schedules, ensuring proper staffing to perform planned and corrective maintenanceAssist the Regional Manager in completing employee performance reviews and succession planningCommunicate with the Regional Manager and direct the reporting requirements for any incidents, injuries or unsafe acts that have occurredPerform inspections, audits, and observations to ensure clean, orderly, and hazard free work sitesKnow the immediate actions required per the site Emergency Action Plan and actively manage the execution of the plan during training, drills, or emergency situationsConduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any workSTOP work when there are unsafe conditions or questions about high-risk activities.Supervise contracted personnel in the field to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and work schedule requirementsConfirm the use appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe mannerAdminister the Lock-out \ Tag-out Program at site, providing the necessary training for employees, visitors, and contractors, performing paperwork reviews and field audits to correct deficienciesInterface with the Regional Planner on work orders, pending works, maintenance plans, and parts issuesFocus on maintaining equipment in the highest operating condition to maximize productionInspect equipment, record and review data, looking for abnormal operating conditions and correcting or reporting them, as prescribedPerform assembly, commissioning, testing, operations, maintenance, and repairs on PV solar field, inverters, battery storage, balance of plant, communications, IT, and substation equipmentPerform electrical switching activities in the solar field, balance of plant, and substation, working with voltages up to 345,000 VoltsPerform maintenance in a professional manner, leaving equipment in a fully functional and clean condition with no unapproved alterationsAdministration of the Calibrated Tool Program.Maintain tools and equipment used to perform maintenance assignments, including the use and requirements for calibrated toolingDevelopment and review of writing instructions and procedures for the testing, maintenance, and operation of equipmentMaintain the parts inventory by accurately receiving, stocking, checking out, ordering, and shipping partsPerform activities, as required, to replace parts under warranty and track warranty termsCreate purchase requisitions for needed services, tooling, and non-inventory partsCommunicate effectively and promptly with the remote operations center and other entitiesCommunicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to facility issuesAssist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality audits & inspections, and performance testing.Ensure all documentation and required reports are complete, reviewed, submitted and filedResponsible for the maintaining accurate employee records for time keeping, operating logs, and maintenance work ordersProvide the best training possible to others, as directedConduct the necessary First Day \ First Hour training for all personnel coming on site and maintain accurate records of training completionAttend, participate, pass, and document all required training within prescribed due datesMaintain required training certifications and qualifications to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter, including Lock-out \ Tag-out and Qualified Electrical Worker (Substation Level)Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occurManage the maintenance activities required for the site vehicles to ensure that they are in a clean, safe, road worthy conditionOther responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills and CompetenciesAble to work alone and independentlyDemonstrated ability to successfully lead people2-4 years of experience in a related positionHigh school diploma or equivalent, 2 year technical degree or equivalent.Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of timeFlexibility to work overtime, night shifts, and rotating shifts, as required. There will be periods of time that require work at night (estimated at 25-35%).Ability to work in outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, and grassesStrong understanding of PV solar and battery storage hazards, workplace safety requirements and dedication to follow safety proceduresDemonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining power facility SCADA, control systems, electrical systems, fiber optic communications equipment, power electronicsDemonstrated advanced abilities in using computers and Microsoft Office softwareDemonstrated knowledge and proficiency working with hand tools, calibrated tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment including multi-meters and meggersDeep knowledge of AC & DC electrical theory, power electronics, storage batteries, substation equipment and functionalityDemonstrated ability to train others to read schematic, wiring, and one-line drawingsPrevious certification and work experience with both medium and high voltage equipmentHave a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving recordAbility to obtain a U.S. Passport