Solar Technician Apprentice
Public global power company that owns and operates electricity generation, regulated utilities, LNG infrastructure, renewable energy, and battery-storage assets.
About The AES Corporation
AES develops, constructs, and operates power-generation and distribution businesses, supplying affordable and sustainable power. Its portfolio includes solar, hydro, wind, natural gas, coal, battery storage, utilities, and LNG infrastructure.
Skills
Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will support operations and maintenance at utility-scale solar PV sites and substations. You will perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance; troubleshoot electrical and inverter equipment; operate plant systems; prepare operating documents; follow safety requirements; and assist with vegetation management and site support activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience with electrical systems and basic safety principles, including LOTO and electrical safety.
- Technical proficiency with personal computers and standard business software.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English.
- Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
- Basic knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals.
- Pass a background check.
- Obtain a TWIC card within 60 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned operations and maintenance activities at solar PV sites and substations.
- Assist with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, instrumentation, and inverter equipment.
- Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
- Operate electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
- Complete technical and administrative plant-maintenance duties.
- Assist with vegetation management activities.
- Prepare plant orders, procedures, operating instructions, and other documents.
- Follow and document environmental and safety requirements.
- Work independently or as part of a crew.
- Travel to regional sites to support team members.
- Perform on-call duties at least one week each month.
Benefits
- Annual bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) eligibility.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.