Pv (Photovoltaic) Field Technician

ENGIE is committed to reshaping the energy future through the global implementation of a lower carbon energy economy in order to preserve the world’s natural resources. We are looking for talented and driven people who are committed to making the vision a reality.

ENGIE has an immediate opening for a Operations and Maintenance Photovoltaic Field Technician located in Los Angeles, California. This position is responsible for managing the maintenance activities for a large number of solar photovoltaic projects.

What you’ll do:

• The position must utilize as well as create and refine reporting systems for summary and status to management
• Comply 100% with all safety requirements
• Use of field mobile application to perform field activities, and accurate record keeping
• Perform scheduled annual preventative maintenance services for PV systems
• Develop work scopes for service work orders on repairs issues that require subcontracted assistance
• Review annual preventative maintenance service reports to identify issues that require follow up corrective action. Provide feedback to the PV O&M Manager and plan the corrective action for scope of work
• Perform corrective repair services of PV systems as directed by the O&M Manager
• Maintain detailed expense records for all service calls including parts costs, tools, mileage, and timekeeping utilizing company provided software tools
• Perform re-commissioning, and site inspections as needed
• Maintain the performance of each photovoltaic project subject to performance guarantees. Respond to trouble tickets in a reasonable timely fashion. Troubleshoot and take corrective action and maintain service reports
• Must adhere to all required federal, state and local laws/statutes, as applicable to this role

What you bring:

• A minimum five (5) years of experience, experience with PV design, installation, and/or maintenance
• Collaborative and communicative: The position must work very close with the PV O&M manager for daily tasks and directions
• Must be a State Certified Electrician Inside Wireman Journeyman
• The position must abide by and understand the safety requirements of the NEC electrical code, NFPA70 and OSHA 30
• All project work must abide by the O&M and/or Performance Guarantee contract terms. Specifically pertaining to the maintenance to be performed on customer sites with respect to customer safety requirements, DOJ Livescan and site access terms and conditions
• Analytical skills: The position requires reviewing PV system performance reports and troubleshooting under-performance issues as well as outage problems at customer sites
• Provide on-the job training to Electrical apprentices
• On Going communication with O&M Manager of field activity statues
• Technical requirement of commissioning, troubleshooting of solar electrical generation systems, and monitoring communication equipment

Additional Information/Conditions:

• Ability to lift 55 lbs or more on a regular basis. Occasional lifting in excess of 70 lbs required.
• Ability to use company computer
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc
• Able to get from office to off site customers – valid driver’s license required
• For this position, you must have evidence of right to work in the U.S. There is no employer sponsorship of U.S. residency or work authorization with this role
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Up to 90% travel, with occasional overnight stays
• Ability to work outdoors and on rooftops
• Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to meet highest attendance requirements

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

Unite with us in leading the transformation of the world of energy! ENGIE is looking for talented and motivated individuals to create the future of energy and customer solutions. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity to help customers meet their energy challenges today and in the future. Are you up for the challenge?

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.

• At ENGIE we understand that benefits matter, we offer competitive benefit options including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match
• More information can be found here: Discover our employee benefits
• Salary Range: $61,455-$156,650, annually
• Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors
• In addition to salary, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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