Solar Technician - Utility, Level 3 at Brookfield Renewable U.S. in Bakersfield, CA | USD44-50 | Kablio

Role

Description

equipment maintenance

field repairs

emergency repairs

preventive maintenance

safety compliance

diagnostic testing

Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.
Safely operate under all conditions; follow established safety procedures including LOTO and electrical safety.
Perform equipment “status checks,” clear error codes, and make necessary repairs.
Perform field maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all solar facility equipment.
Respond to emergency repairs on an on-call basis.
Conduct preventive and routine maintenance on solar equipment and switchgear.
Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Perform advanced troubleshooting, component repair/replacement, and QA/QC inspections.
Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
Support operational goals by mentoring junior staff and assisting teammates.
Monitor assigned sites, manage and update work orders, and document completed tasks.
Identify and address electrical, environmental, and safety hazards.
Use multimeters and diagnostic tools to measure AC/DC voltage and current.

Requirements

scada

cmms

associate degree

electrical testing

solar pv

tmeic

Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).
Knowledge of SCADA, DAS, and communication networks.
Willingness to work nights, on-call and be available for scheduled or emergency maintenance.
Strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals including measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory.
Experience with electrical testing tools (IR equipment, IV curve tracing).
Strong understanding of electrical systems, safety procedures, and technical troubleshooting.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum 4 years’ experience in solar PV plant maintenance, troubleshooting, and switchgear operation.
Hands-on experience in solar operations, troubleshooting, and industrial machine repair/maintenance.
Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at heights; lift a minimum of 50 pounds; and perform tasks in challenging environments.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Proficiency with standard business software, SCADA systems, and CMMS preferred.
Familiarity with California safety and environmental regulations preferred.
Experience with TMEIC, Satcon or SMA central inverters preferred.
Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent experience.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

7,800 MW

Operating Capacity

This reflects the company's comprehensive power generation capabilities across the U.S.

22M MWh

Annual Output

Highlights the annual energy production sufficient for powering millions of homes.

$12.5B

Capital Investment (2024)

Signifies the substantial financial commitment to expanding renewable energy initiatives.

46 GW

Global Capacity

Represents Brookfield Renewable's extensive installed capacity on a worldwide scale.

Born from a century‑plus legacy in power generation, spans 34 U.S. states with a diverse renewable portfolio.
Its landmark U.S. projects include hydro plants like Cohoes’s School Street facility and large wind and solar farms across multiple states.
Typical engagements span hydropower upgrades, wind farm operation, solar development, and energy storage integration.
In 2022, bolstered its utility-scale pipeline by acquiring Urban Grid’s solar and storage projects.

Culture + Values

Recognize people who act like owners and make confident, practical decisions that drive results.
Leaders build strong teams, inspire confidence and respect, act ethically, lead by example, demonstrate corporate values with humility, and place shared success above personal accomplishment.
Care about the safety of all people who access our assets.
Believe safety management and performance is a shared responsibility.
Believe every accident should be preventable and promote transparency and continuous improvement.
Use a managed system integrated with all business practices focusing on achieving zero high-risk safety events, promoting barriers to prevent serious safety incidents, and aggressively improving performance.
Committed to protecting personnel and all people who access our facilities.
An active partner in communities where we operate, committed to understanding, minimizing, and managing environmental impacts and public safety hazards.
Strive to protect and enhance ecosystems near our assets and be a strong corporate presence while managing a successful and sustainable business.

Environment + Sustainability

42% AUM

Sustainable Assets Under Management

A significant portion of operational assets under management (AUM) is dedicated to achieving decarbonization goals, reflecting substantial progress toward sustainability objectives.

8,922 MW

Renewable Energy Capacity

The company operates a large-scale renewable energy portfolio, encompassing hydropower, wind, solar, pumped storage, and battery storage, contributing significantly to clean energy generation.

30% Increase

Renewable Generation Boost

Through repowering initiatives, renewable energy generation has been significantly enhanced, reducing carbon emissions and expanding access to clean electricity for thousands of households.

US$85B

Clean Energy Investment

Substantial financial resources have been allocated toward advancing clean energy projects, underscoring a strong commitment to combating climate change and fostering sustainable development.

Set interim target to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 for a portion of AUM, with interim targets reviewed at least every five years.
Track and report GHG emissions in line with GHG Protocol and PCAF standards; publish decarbonization plans every five years; aligned with TCFD recommendations.
Mobilized US$45 billion for sustainable solutions & infrastructure, US$3 billion for business transformation; US$134 billion in green certified buildings and US$25 billion in demand-side decarbonization.
Executed wind farm repowering in New York, producing electricity for ~61,000 homes annually and avoiding ~222,000 tCO₂ per year.

Inclusion & Diversity

Signed onto Net‑Zero Asset Managers initiative doesn’t relate to DEI.
No DEI strategy or gender‑related statistical data publicly disclosed on website.

Articles

Brookfield Renewable U.S. Careers

Our Projects

About Brookfield Renewable

Role

Description

equipment maintenance

field repairs

emergency repairs

preventive maintenance

safety compliance

diagnostic testing

Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.
Safely operate under all conditions; follow established safety procedures including LOTO and electrical safety.
Perform equipment “status checks,” clear error codes, and make necessary repairs.
Perform field maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all solar facility equipment.
Respond to emergency repairs on an on-call basis.
Conduct preventive and routine maintenance on solar equipment and switchgear.
Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Perform advanced troubleshooting, component repair/replacement, and QA/QC inspections.
Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
Support operational goals by mentoring junior staff and assisting teammates.
Monitor assigned sites, manage and update work orders, and document completed tasks.
Identify and address electrical, environmental, and safety hazards.
Use multimeters and diagnostic tools to measure AC/DC voltage and current.

Requirements

scada

cmms

associate degree

electrical testing

solar pv

tmeic

Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).
Knowledge of SCADA, DAS, and communication networks.
Willingness to work nights, on-call and be available for scheduled or emergency maintenance.
Strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals including measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory.
Experience with electrical testing tools (IR equipment, IV curve tracing).
Strong understanding of electrical systems, safety procedures, and technical troubleshooting.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum 4 years’ experience in solar PV plant maintenance, troubleshooting, and switchgear operation.
Hands-on experience in solar operations, troubleshooting, and industrial machine repair/maintenance.
Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at heights; lift a minimum of 50 pounds; and perform tasks in challenging environments.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Proficiency with standard business software, SCADA systems, and CMMS preferred.
Familiarity with California safety and environmental regulations preferred.
Experience with TMEIC, Satcon or SMA central inverters preferred.
Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent experience.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

7,800 MW

Operating Capacity

This reflects the company's comprehensive power generation capabilities across the U.S.

22M MWh

Annual Output

Highlights the annual energy production sufficient for powering millions of homes.

$12.5B

Capital Investment (2024)

Signifies the substantial financial commitment to expanding renewable energy initiatives.

46 GW

Global Capacity

Represents Brookfield Renewable's extensive installed capacity on a worldwide scale.

Born from a century‑plus legacy in power generation, spans 34 U.S. states with a diverse renewable portfolio.
Its landmark U.S. projects include hydro plants like Cohoes’s School Street facility and large wind and solar farms across multiple states.
Typical engagements span hydropower upgrades, wind farm operation, solar development, and energy storage integration.
In 2022, bolstered its utility-scale pipeline by acquiring Urban Grid’s solar and storage projects.

Culture + Values

Recognize people who act like owners and make confident, practical decisions that drive results.
Leaders build strong teams, inspire confidence and respect, act ethically, lead by example, demonstrate corporate values with humility, and place shared success above personal accomplishment.
Care about the safety of all people who access our assets.
Believe safety management and performance is a shared responsibility.
Believe every accident should be preventable and promote transparency and continuous improvement.
Use a managed system integrated with all business practices focusing on achieving zero high-risk safety events, promoting barriers to prevent serious safety incidents, and aggressively improving performance.
Committed to protecting personnel and all people who access our facilities.
An active partner in communities where we operate, committed to understanding, minimizing, and managing environmental impacts and public safety hazards.
Strive to protect and enhance ecosystems near our assets and be a strong corporate presence while managing a successful and sustainable business.

Environment + Sustainability

42% AUM

Sustainable Assets Under Management

A significant portion of operational assets under management (AUM) is dedicated to achieving decarbonization goals, reflecting substantial progress toward sustainability objectives.

8,922 MW

Renewable Energy Capacity

The company operates a large-scale renewable energy portfolio, encompassing hydropower, wind, solar, pumped storage, and battery storage, contributing significantly to clean energy generation.

30% Increase

Renewable Generation Boost

Through repowering initiatives, renewable energy generation has been significantly enhanced, reducing carbon emissions and expanding access to clean electricity for thousands of households.

US$85B

Clean Energy Investment

Substantial financial resources have been allocated toward advancing clean energy projects, underscoring a strong commitment to combating climate change and fostering sustainable development.

Set interim target to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 for a portion of AUM, with interim targets reviewed at least every five years.
Track and report GHG emissions in line with GHG Protocol and PCAF standards; publish decarbonization plans every five years; aligned with TCFD recommendations.
Mobilized US$45 billion for sustainable solutions & infrastructure, US$3 billion for business transformation; US$134 billion in green certified buildings and US$25 billion in demand-side decarbonization.
Executed wind farm repowering in New York, producing electricity for ~61,000 homes annually and avoiding ~222,000 tCO₂ per year.

Inclusion & Diversity

Signed onto Net‑Zero Asset Managers initiative doesn’t relate to DEI.
No DEI strategy or gender‑related statistical data publicly disclosed on website.

Articles

Brookfield Renewable U.S. Careers

Our Projects

About Brookfield Renewable