Operations & Maintenance Technician III

Company Description

Headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, Sun Tribe is one of the fastest growing clean energy companies in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Thanks to an experienced, in-house team of engineers, analysts, technicians and electricians, Sun Tribe O&M is able to provide best-in-class technical asset management and operations & maintenance ("O&M") services for our client-partners across a growing portfolio of over 100 operational sites throughout the region.

We are a talent organization with a track record of innovation and building lasting partnerships. Whether building the first solar array to sit on an abandoned coal mine in Virginia’s history, powering the first 100 percent solar school district East of the Mississippi, installing solar on flagship state government buildings, or working with Fortune 200 companies to help meet their sustainability goals, Sun Tribe specializes in creating a brighter energy future through long-lasting, sustainable partnerships.

Overview

The Operations & Maintenance Technician III will be responsible for helping to ensure the operational performance of our generation and energy storage asset portfolio.  This position requires a variety of technical and other skills to perform various aspects of solar PV system O&M, including system monitoring, preventative maintenance inspections, troubleshooting and diagnosis, and corrective repairs. This role is part of a career progression series and is marked by increased technical responsibility.

The O&M Technician III reports directly to the Director of Operations & Maintenance. It is expected that this position will require approximately 20% office work and 80% field work (day travel).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fosters a sense of trust and reliability on behalf of all asset owners and/or owner representatives by providing timely and accurate communication about all site issues.
• Builds strong relationships with host facility staff and off-taker representatives through proactive communication and adherence to all site access guidelines. 
• Advises stakeholders on technical operations and maintenance of solar PV generation facilities.

• Assists the Director of O&M with scheduling inspections and repairs.
• Reviews upcoming work orders and completes detailed planning to include identifying required tools, materials and site host considerations.
• Requests quotes and procures materials/parts for assigned work orders.
• Coordinates with site host representatives as required to facilitate site access.
• Submits required information to request warranty replacements via manufacturer RMA process.

• Performs annual preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) as assigned.
• Responds to site outages as directed and performs on-site troubleshooting to include documenting as found conditions and performing root cause analysis.
• Recommends and performs corrective repairs including but not limited to the removal and replacement of system components and other corrective actions as directed.
• Documents all service visits, including annual inspections, assessments, maintenance, and other field work. Communicates relevant details in a timely manner via appropriate reporting format.
• Utilizes monitoring platforms to periodically review the health of all operating assets (to include 1 weekend per month).
• Diagnoses site issues, either remotely or on site, and communicates relevant information via cloud-based ticketing platform.
• Acts as Team Lead for assigned field work as directed.

• Instills and adheres to the organization’s safety culture.
• Reports safety observations and utilizes stop work authority as required.
• Continuously assesses job-related hazards, implements relevant control measures, and notifies supervisor when work scope is unsafe to perform.
• Properly utilizes relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to contractual obligations, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of electrical safety including principles of NFPA 70E.
• Practices continuous learning and seeks to become a subject matter expert on all major equipment types installed across our fleet of assets including DAS, inverters, trackers, and substation equipment.
• Maintains relevant equipment operator licenses as required.  
• Assists in training other technicians and electricians in select job-specific technical processes. 

• Bachelor's High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two years of experience installing, troubleshooting, or maintaining utility-scale PV solar equipment
• General understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills related to the construction and operation of electrical equipment

• NABCEP System Inspector Board Certification or equivalent preferred
• Experience with Nextracker and/or ATI tracker installation and/or maintenance preferred
• Experience with the National Electric Code as it pertains to solar PV system design preferred
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced construction environment
• Self-motivated
• Honest, reliable, self-aware, and conscientious
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills

• Demonstration of company core values; Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect
• Valid state driver’s license, clean DMV driving record
• Ability to be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite
• Requires approximately 20% office work and 80% field work (day travel)
• Some evening and weekend work may be required
• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at a time
• Require travel to worksites and projects as needed
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers

• This position is located in Baltimore, MD and requires travel to surrounding counties including northern Virginia and the eastern shore. 

Review of Applications will continue until the position is filled.

If you don't check every box, don't let that stop you. We prioritize talent, passion, and drive over what looks good on paper. If you're on the fence, we encourage you to hit the apply button and highlight what draws you to Sun Tribe.

Sun Tribe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, family medical or genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Sun Tribe complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Sun Tribe has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Sun Tribe Asset Management, LLC is a drug-free workplace, pre-employment drug screening is required.