O&M Field Technician - Bayou Gallion (Bastrop, LA)

Description

• Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
• Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation.
• Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
• Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
• Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality and maintenance cost improvement.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety and audit events and warranty claims within the CMMS system.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, tracker etc.
• Provide machine operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
• Develop standard operating documents for maintenance and operations.
• Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
• Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
• Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies.
• Conduct other duties as required.

• College degree preferred.
• 2 years minimum of hands-on experience in the renewable energy (solar, wind or similar).
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis
• Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8am to 5:00pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
• Must be willing to travel; currently all project locations are within Sicily (Italy).
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Deep knowledge on local regulations applicable to the PV Sites under operation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.