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Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Construction & Architecture
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Construction & Architecture Industry
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Average
$55,470
ANNUAL
$26.67
HOURLY
Entry Level
$29,480
ANNUAL
$14.18
HOURLY
Mid Level
$48,370
ANNUAL
$23.26
HOURLY
Expert Level
$78,940
ANNUAL
$37.95
HOURLY
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Supporting Certifications
Degree Recommendations
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
01
Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.
02
Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices.
03
Install solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods.
04
Install copper or plastic plumbing using pipes, fittings, pipe cutters, acetylene torches, solder, wire brushes, sand cloths, flux, plastic pipe cleaners, or plastic glue.
05
Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.
06
Demonstrate start-up, shut-down, maintenance, diagnostic, and safety procedures to thermal system owners.
07
Install circulating pumps using pipe, fittings, soldering equipment, electrical supplies, and hand tools.
08
Install flat-plat, evacuated glass, or concentrating solar collectors on mounting devices, using brackets or struts.
09
Install solar thermal system controllers and sensors.
10
Fill water tanks and check tanks, pipes, and fittings for leaks.
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
SKILL
Installation
SKILL
Quality Control Analysis
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
ABILITY
Extent Flexibility
ABILITY
Oral Expression
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.
Job Description
Solar Technician
About the Site
The Solar & Battery Storage sites range from the Phoenix area to Yuma.
Position Overview
As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining Solar & Battery Storage project sites. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) help balance the supply and demand of energy. BESS works by timing their charging and discharging with the demands of the grid.
Responsibilities
+ Perform routine mechanical, electrical maintenance and inspections on associated equipment
+ Wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
+ Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a battery storage facility and associated equipment
+ Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components
+ Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
+ Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods
+ Support BESS and Solar sites throughout the Phoenix and Yuma areas.
Required Skills
+ High School Diploma or equivalent required
+ One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
+ Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
+ Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
+ Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
+ Effective communication skills both written and verbal
+ Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
+ Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
+ 10% travel
+ Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Skills
+ EPA certification preferred
+ Commercial HVAC experience
+ Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
+ Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
+ Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
+ Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
+ Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
+ Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
+ Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
+ Proficiency with MS Office suite
Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
Benefits
Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, bonus, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.
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Construction & Architecture
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