Solar Technician Job at Spark Power, Seneca, IL

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  • Spark Power
  • Seneca, IL

Job Description

Solar Technician

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a  Solar Technician to join our team in northern Illinois.

The  Solar Technician will maintain and service utility-scale solar and battery storage facilities. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on electrical and/or mechanical components of Renewable assets. 

This position will require extensive travel throughout the northern Illinois region to a variety of solar power generation sites.

We are excited to provide careers in Renewables and are committed to being the best employer possible.

What you'll be doing as a Solar Technician: 

  • Follow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplace
  • Complete routine safety documentation before every job including tailgate meetings, electrical work permits, etc.
  • Technical troubleshooting & preventative maintenance activities to maximize performance/production
  • Energization/de-energization procedures
  • Follow & implement LOTO plans & procedures
  • Interpret schematics and blueprints
  • Quality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed
  • Follow OEM specific maintenance requirements in addition to company standards and industry best practices i.e. NETA MTS, CSA Z463, NFPA 70E, etc.
  • Daily digital reporting and documentation of all work performed
  • Work in a team-based environment and independently whereas necessary
  • Participation in on-call weekend services on a rotating schedule
  • Identify and provide feedback to issues and ongoing development of projects
  • Willing to work overtime as needed
  • Keep the sites looking clean and safe– buildings, vegetation, fences, gates, roads, etc.
  • Ensure spare parts inventory is organized and clean

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

  • Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial and institutional
  • Competitive hourly wages
  • Benefits (health, vision, dental)
  • 401K contribution, up to 3% match
  • Continuous training and skills improvement including Spark U and external training
  • Hands-on and supportive leadership team
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • All travel, training, workwear & PPE paid for
  • Corporate discounts (hotels, travel, insurance, retail..)
  • …much more

Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous Solar Technician experience is a plus
  • Post-secondary education with an electrical or mechanical base is an asset
  • State certified Journeyman license an asset
  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) an asset
  • Valid Driver's License with clean driving record 
  • Must be able to lift 75lb
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn
  • Digital literacy (proficiency with mobile apps and various software: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Report writing)
  • Electrical & mechanical aptitude and experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work with a team mentality and liaise with customers to ensure quality of service
  • Work in adverse weather conditions and extreme temperatures
  • Firm commitment to safety

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers' Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers' operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Job Tags

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