Solar Technician

PV Solar Field Technician Sr - Moore Solar: Mooretown, ON - CADApply now

Date: Dec 27, 2023

Location(s): Mooretown, ON, CA, N0N 1M0

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 76856

NextEra Energy Canada, LP stands out as a leader in the generation of electricity from clean and renewable resources, and is one of the most disciplined and competitive electricity generators in Canada.

Position Specific Description

This position sits within the Power Generation Division which is responsible for all of NextEra Energy's non-nuclear generation operations, exceeding 40,000 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity.

The position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar collection assemblies on multiple solar power plants to achieve safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operations. Maintains all tools, shops, vehicles, and all work locations in a safe and efficient condition. Provides inspection of watch, electrical, mechanical, and electronic troubleshooting for a solar field and pipeline. Inspection is performed daily for fluid system breaches, mechanical component breakage or misalignment and electrical component failures preventing a collector or groups of collectors from tracking. The job may include other misc. duties as assigned.

Job Overview

Employees in this senior-level role are responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar generation equipment on multiple solar power plants to achieve safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operations. Successful candidates apply advanced knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components and equipment including the use of digital multi-meters, meggers, and amp clamps.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs corrective maintenance and repairs on solar and energy storage power generation equipment
• Conducts advanced electrical, electronic, and network troubleshooting
• Provides oversight to other personnel and acts as a Safety Mentor
• Serves as qualified reliever in the absence of site management
• Performs switching and grounding of medium and high voltage equipment
• Leads teams in Quality Improvement (QI) projects
• Documents work execution and field changes utilizing Maximo
• Completes special projects or complex task assignments
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience: 3+ years
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Equivalent Experience
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Canadian Op Srv
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

Job Segment: High Voltage, Nuclear, Energy

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Ability to Commute:

• Sarnia, ON (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sarnia, ON: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person