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PV Solar Field Technician III/DC Field Team - Silver State Solar - Enterprise, NV - Military Veterans

at NextEra Energy, Inc

Requisition ID: 81728

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

Job Summary: The Entry Level PV Solar will play a crucial role in supporting the operations and maintenance of NextEra Energy's photovoltaic (PV) solar and battery storage systems. As a member of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team, the technician will be responsible for ensuring optimal performance and reliability of clean energy systems.

This position will require 80-90% travel to other sites within the west region.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance activities on solar panels, battery storage systems, and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and undertake corrective maintenance to identify and resolve system issues, ensuring maximum system uptime and efficiency.
• Adhere to maintenance schedules and follow established procedures for inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and component replacements.
• Utilize monitoring software and tools to regularly monitor and analyze system performance, identifying deviations and inefficiencies.
• Generate performance reports and maintain accurate records of system performance, including energy production, equipment status, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues.
• Adhere to environmental regulations and procedures during maintenance activities and waste management.
• Maintain accurate documentation of O&M activities, including maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory records.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders regarding work progress, challenges, and recommendations.

Job Overview

The Site Technician will support the Regional Manager or designee to ensure the perfect execution of the PGD processes. Site Technicians in a solar region perform duties in the following but are not limited to safety, contractor management, electrical/electronic/mechanical equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, overall site operations, asset management and regulatory compliance, reliability engineering, and inventory management.

Job Duties & Responsibilities


  • Reliability engineering

  • Warranty management

  • Operation and basic maintenance

  • Electrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairs

  • Safety and Environmental program stewardship

  • Supervisory duties of NEE employees and contractors

  • Mechanical troubleshooting and repairs

  • Business duties and Inventory management

  • Heavy equipment operation

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned


Required Qualifications


  • High School Grad / GED

  • Experience: 0+ years

  • Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)


Preferred Qualifications


  • Trade School Graduate

  • Licensed Electrician

  • Licensed Master Electrician

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified


The estimated base pay for this position is $48,000.00to $72,000.00per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type:Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

This position is eligible for Company sponsored benefits. Click hereto see our benefits.

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas

Sandy Valley, NV

Salary Range
$48,000 to $72,000
NextEra Energy, Inc

HELP DEFINE THE NEXT ERA OF ENERGY

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC (together with its affiliated entities, "NextEra Energy Resources") is a clean energy leader and is one of the largest wholesale generators of electric power in the U.S., with approximately 24,600 megawatts of total net generating capacity, primarily in 38 states and Canada as of year-end 2021.

We, together with our affiliated entities, are the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun based on 2021 megawatt hours produced on a net generation basis, and a world leader in battery storage. The business operates clean, emissions-free nuclear power generation facilities in New Hampshire and Wisconsin as part of the NextEra Energy nuclear fleet.

HONORED TO SERVE

Leaders respect leaders. So, in order to lead the world in solar and wind, we need leaders like those that served in our military.

From engineering and communications to nuclear science and more, our opportunities will allow you to transfer your skills to help the future of clean and renewable energy.

Our talent acquisition team partners with key veteran and diversity organizations — both regional and national — targeting diverse groups including veterans, women, minorities and people with disabilities, with a focus on attracting qualified diverse talent to become part of our great company. In 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor recognized NextEra Energy with the HIRE Vets Medallion Program Demonstration Award for its leadership in recruiting, employing and retaining veterans.

Are you an energy visionary ready to help us define the next era? Learn about career opportunities and join our talent community by visiting www.NextEraEnergyResources.com.

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