Solar Maintenance Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type:  Full-time

Job Location:  Lexington, SC area

Pay:  $23-$28 per hour based on experience

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus

Schedule:

• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Travel: up to 50% to solar sites

ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients' needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry's benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.

The PV Maintenance Lead serves as the crew leader for the Array Optimization Team (AOT), overseeing onsite operations to ensure execution of assigned tasks. This role is responsible for supervising crew safety, optimizing task efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and quality.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team members to achieve their full potential and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Onboard and train new crew members in safety protocols, technical procedures, software usage, and documentation practices.
• Provide clear guidance and leadership for daily onsite tasks, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
• Uphold high standards of work documentation and provide thorough summaries to maintain clear communication and project tracking.
• Monitor parts inventory levels and proactively communicate with management regarding supply needs.
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained, serviced, and replaced as necessary to support operational efficiency.

Qualification Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working in solar PV.
• Reinforce and uphold company's safety culture to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ability to identify and mitigate hazards associated with solar array systems.
• Interpret site-specific electrical characteristics from technical drawings.
• Ability to determine voltage and current levels of site DC circuits both from drawings and on-site observations.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of DC circuits to resolve issues efficiently.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience troubleshooting various single axis tracking systems.
• Proficiently navigate Microsoft Office Suite with a high degree of professionalism.
• Experience accurately document work activities and maintenance tasks using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Manage RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) logistics to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Preferred experience with Utilize small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) to identify and address array-level issues effectively.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to travel up to 50% to various solar sites.
• Columbia, SC, Lexington, SC and/or Biscoe, NC
• Work is to be performed outdoors at various job sites.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required.
• Ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

Benefits:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Insurance 
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Savings Account
• Short-term and Long-term disability 
• Critical illness 
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Training and Development 
• Legal and Identity Theft
• Company vehicle opportunities
• Pet Insurance 

Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.