JOB TITLE:
Commissioning & Repair Technician
LOCATION:
Avon, NY
SCHEDULE:
Full-time
DURATION:
4 Months
PAY:$44-49/hr
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will support the commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of distributed generation (DG) solar facilities across multiple sites. Key responsibilities include:
- Execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations, including inverter startup, tracker system verification, SCADA/communications validation, and utility interconnection testing.
- Diagnose and repair issues with PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, solar trackers, motor control cards, and balance-of-system components.
- Troubleshoot and repair single-axis tracker systems (Valmont and similar platforms), including motor replacement, MCC card diagnostics, and RMA processing.
- Perform testing and inspection of AC/DC electrical systems including string testing, IV curve tracing, thermal imaging, and grounding verification.
- Maintain accurate commissioning records, as-built markups, punch lists, and repair logs; submit RMA forms and support warranty claims.
- Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards, including arc flash PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Coordinate with EPC contractors and subcontractors during commissioning and repair activities, providing technical oversight.
- Communicate daily site status, outstanding issues, and completion milestones to the project management team.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Hands-on experience in solar PV installation, commissioning, or repair.
- Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems up to medium voltage.
- Proficiency with electrical test equipment: multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers.
- Familiarity with single-axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies).
- Experience with SCADA/remote monitoring systems (Also Energy preferred).
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and across large field sites.
- Strong communication skills for coordination with contractors and project teams.
- Adherence to safety procedures and regulatory standards.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Solar Energy, or related field preferred.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in solar PV installation or commissioning.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Preferred: NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or Associate certification, OSHA 10/30 certification, experience on brownfield/landfill sites.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to walk and work across large field sites in various terrain.
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