Solar Farm Technician II

Job overview

The Solar Farm Technician II role is onsite in Thorndale, TX; compensation is not specified. RWE Americas develops and operates renewable energy projects, including solar facilities. The technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance at an operating power plant, supporting safe and reliable generation. The work includes testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of solar photovoltaic equipment, along with reporting, contractor coordination, and response to emergent operating issues.

What you'll do

• Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical and mechanical equipment
• follow site procedures and safety requirements
• complete LOTO, job safety analyses, permits, and required documentation
• collect data and prepare reports
• perform balance-of-plant and switchyard work as required
• monitor maintenance contractors
• perform electrical testing, including insulation and thermal testing, as necessary
• respond to emergencies and abnormal operating conditions
• coordinate site access and third-party contractors
• operate mobile equipment
• work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

solar farm technician ii

solar operations & maintenance

solar pv

electrical testing

preventive maintenance

troubleshooting

thorndale tx

rwe americas

field-based

nights, weekends, and holidays as required

loto

osha certified

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and short-term incentives for eligible employees.

Why this role

Field-based role with work in extreme weather and travel to other RWE offices and field locations; high school diploma or equivalent required.

About the employer

RWE Americas is hiring for this role. Industry: Solar Electric Power Generation. Sector: 22.