Solar Tech - Multiple Levels (associate and staff)

Overview

Maintain and operate utility‑scale solar photovoltaic systems to maximize energy production.

Key Responsibilities

• maintenance
• remote diagnostics
• equipment repair
• safety meetings
• warranty claims
• work management

Tasks

-Assisting in the planning and execution with facility tours & stakeholder visits on knowledge -Conducts planned maintenance activities as well as performs regular site inspections. -Assisting with emergency response, as well as working scheduled on-call shifts -Troubleshoots, tests, and repairs equipment as required. -Performs remote diagnostic checks and equipment resets as needed. -Recommends enhancements and implements improvements to increase plant output. -Provides input to create and revise standard work procedures and operating instructions. -Utilize remote troubleshooting tools and monitoring software. -Prioritizes safety daily, in addition to leading site safety meetings, analyzing job hazards, and providing prompt resolution. -Conducts battery energy storage system maintenance, including monitoring and site inspections. -Lead warranty claim process, including documentation and submittals -Keeping work vehicles, tools and equipment in good working condition -Maintains records in computer-based work management program.

Requirements

• nabcep
• associate degree
• solar certification
• 1500vdc
• plant controls
• data acquisition

What You Bring

-Ability to travel to other locations -Must have valid driver’s license -Knowledge of electrical safety procedures -Comfortable working outdoors in inclement weather -North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Certification -Proficiency reading technical specifications documents, site plans and electrical schematics -Must be able to push, pull and lift tools and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs -Comfortable working with up to 1,500VDC and 1,000VAC -Knowledge of plant level controls and low voltage equipment -Solar Service Technician Certification -Associate Degree in Electrical-related field -General computer proficiency -Basic data acquisition and networking systems knowledge -Strong interpersonal, analytical, logical reasoning, written and verbal communication skills -Familiar with insulation resistance testing, IV Curve Tracing and common electrical testing procedures

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About Dte Energy

-Operates one of Michigan’s largest electric utilities, serving customers with a diverse energy mix including coal, nuclear, natural gas, hydro, and renewables. -Runs a major natural gas utility providing to customers, backed by extensive storage wells and pipeline infrastructure. -Beyond utilities, it advances industrial energy solutions, renewable natural gas, energy marketing, and trading through non‑utility segments. -Projects range from grid modernization—like smart reclosers and underground cables—to utility-scale wind, solar parks, and landfill gas‑to‑energy facilities. -Unusual facts: it operates one of the nation’s top coal‑fired stations, Monroe Power Plant.

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