Special Projects Solar O&M Technician, Level 2

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🌽 Illinois – Remote

🌽 Illinois – Remote

💵 $75k - $95k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required

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New Energy Equity

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2013

⚡ Energy

Energy

New Energy Equity is a leading solar development and finance company in the United States, specializing in end-to-end project development and management for solar farms. The company has successfully completed more than 250 solar projects, totaling over 310 megawatts, and has generated in excess of 540 million kilowatt hours annually, significantly contributing to reducing CO2 emissions. With a dedicated team of experts, New Energy Equity handles all aspects of solar projects including development, engineering, land acquisition, program management, legal diligence, construction, and financing. Recognized as one of the top solar developers and commercial contractors nationwide, New Energy Equity is committed to advancing clean energy solutions and transforming the nation’s energy landscape.

📋 Description

• Take your field experience to the next level, working independently to perform advanced inspections, specialized project execution, and core system diagnostics. • Operate safely in high-voltage environments without direct supervision, oversee subcontracted labor, and help guide junior technicians on-site. • Assist in the planning and execution of special projects, ensuring strict adherence to project procedures and guidelines. • Perform comprehensive visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections, testing, and advanced preventative maintenance of various commercial and industrial PV systems. • Conduct advanced preventative maintenance tasks, including infrared thermography, insulation resistance testing, and I/V curve tracing. • Independently diagnose and troubleshoot system and operational issues, operating safely in 600Vac and 1500Vdc environments without direct supervision. • Support the Director, Special Projects in the tracking and communication of project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and the development of technically accurate client proposals. • Record and report all faults, deficiencies, and nonconformances observed during site activities.

🎯 Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification in an electrical field highly preferred. • Minimum of 2 to 4 years of demonstrated experience working with electrical systems, with specific experience in solar O&M, installation, or commissioning. • Demonstrated understanding of electrical systems, solar energy principles, grid-tied systems, power generation, and solar technologies. • Skilled with specialized electrical and PV-specific tools and testing equipment (e.g., I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers). • Ability to read, interpret, and work from PV system as-builts, electrical schematics, and single-line drawings. • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. • OSHA 10-Hour certification required (OSHA 30-Hour preferred). NFPA 70e certification preferred. FAA Part 107 Certification (and familiarity operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes) is a plus. NABCEP certification (PV Installer or PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist) is a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• Bonus: Up to an 8% performance bonus paid out annually. • Equipment: Company truck, company credit card, vehicle maintenance card, tools, and equipment provided. • Apparel: Company-provided PPE and Fire Resistant clothing kit provided (including bibs, jackets, pants, and shirts). • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, the company pays 80% of health insurance premiums, plus a 401(k) with up to a 7.5% company match. • Time Off: Paid time off accrued each pay period, 120 hours per year (years 0–2), 160 hours (years 3–9), and 200 hours (10+ years), plus 11 paid holidays. • Family: 8 weeks of paid parental leave. • Insurance: Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance at one times your annual salary. • Growth: Company-paid certifications and training, including OSHA, NFPA 70e/70b, FAA Part 107, and the O&M Tech course series. • Education: Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 annually for approved educational programs.