Solar PV Operations and Maintenance Area Lead III - Memphis, TN

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Silicon Ranch is a fully integrated provider of customized renewable energy, carbon, and battery storage solutions for a diverse set of partners across North America. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 16px;">We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 16px;">We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management. Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality. </span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 16px;">Through our subsidiary, Clearloop, we are able to help businesses of all sizes reclaim their carbon footprint with a direct investment in building new solar projects while also helping bring renewable energy and economic development to distressed communities.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">By joining Silicon Ranch, you will be joining a team of experienced and dedicated individuals who have proven time and again that it is indeed possible to not only “make solar do more”, but to make the promise of carbon-free, renewable energy that benefits people right where it comes from a tangible, measurable, and replicable reality.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span style="font-size: 16px;">Silicon Ranch is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</span></em></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <hr> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Job Description<br><br></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Position:&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Solar PV Operations and Maintenance Area Lead III - Memphis, TN</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Location: </span></span><span style="font-size: 16px;">Memphis, TN preferred</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Overview:&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This position is responsible for the performance and leading of corrective and preventative maintenance tasks within a defined set of facilities. These tasks include the inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and remedy of issues impacting the production of the solar PV facility. This includes repair and/or replacement of electrical and mechanical components and subcomponents such as contactors, breakers, motors, bearings, PV modules, PLCs, transformers, etc, as well as the troubleshooting of complex electrical systems.</span></p> <p><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong mechanical inclination and verifiable experience performing in a utility scale operations and maintenance role. Experience performing and leading maintenance tasks on DC, AC, and MV systems, communications equipment, and mechanical systems will translate well to this position.</span></p> <p><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">PV Solar Operations and Maintenance experience is required to be considered for this role.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Main Responsibilities</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Perform and lead scheduled preventive maintenance tasks at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV/HV/OHE systems.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Perform and lead corrective maintenance tasks, both scheduled and unscheduled, at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV/HV/OHE systems.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Respond to directives for emergency dispatches for critical systems as directed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Log all work performed via the Silicon Ranch CMMS platform.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Perform electrical testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other testing equipment as needed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Assist management with field investigations to support predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and serial defect reports.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Assist in creating and reviewing preventative and corrective maintenance SOP’s, schedules, and checklists.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Provide site access to third party contractors and as directed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Attend internal and external training sessions as directed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Perform other tasks as directed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Provide daily leadership, mentoring, and training to direct reports in the defined area of operations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Schedule preventative and corrective maintenance work in the defined area of operations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Participate in regular update meetings with management, providing information and recommended actions for facilities inside the defined area of operations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Must be able to communicate effectively, collaboratively, and responsibly with team members and management.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Must be able to work alone as a self-starter and work within a team driving towards a common goal.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Must be able to stand for long periods of time.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Must be able to work outside in most weather conditions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">● Must be able to lift 50 pounds.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Reporting:</strong> Bob Campbell – Regional Manager, Power Plant Maintenance</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· Advanced skills with computers and electronic equipment required.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· Intermediate Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat required.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA70E, and OSHA standards.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· Valid Driver’s License Required</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· OSHA 30 (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment)</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· CPR/BLS (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment)</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· State electrical license or NABCEP certification desired</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Education:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· High School Diploma or GED</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Experience:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· 4+ years of experience in the electrical trade, electrical maintenance, multicraft maintenance, or the completion of a recognized apprenticeship program required.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· 1+ years of experience in utility scale solar PV operations and maintenance required.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">· Experience with MV/HV systems, IT systems, inverters, T&amp;D systems, substations, or other specialized electrical systems highly desired.</span></p> <p>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <hr> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 16px;">Our interview process:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">A typical interview process at Silicon Ranch might include the below stages. Please note that we may make changes to these steps as needed, and details will be provided to you early on in the process.</span></p> <ol> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;">Introductory Interview with our recruiter</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;">Hiring Manager Interview to dive into technical skills and behavioral questions</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;">Panel Interview to assess cross-functional skills and dive deeper into technical skills</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;">Executive Interview to answer high-level questions about SRC and the team</span></li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>