What The Role Is

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation. 

Pay Ranges by Job Level:

Solar Technician I ($54,000 - $77,000)

Solar Technician II ($62,000 - $88,000)

Solar Technician III ($88,000 - $107,000)

Up to $5,000 in relocation assistance based on location eligibility 

What You'll Be Doing

Level I

• Assists higher level Technicians in performing maintenance. 
• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility. 
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements. 
• Participate in required training, including On-the-Job Training, Self-Study, Computer Based Training and Classroom Training. 
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level I scope

Level II (Additions)

• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews
• Travel required as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level II scope

Level III (Additions)

• Executes routine electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting
• Performs complex maintenance work such as distributed control systems and inverter troubleshooting as assigned by supervisor based on level of skill and ability
• Complete work orders for the preventive maintenance management system
• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all PV Solar equipment
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders, while working with Operations Center
• Operates all electrical and mechanical PV Solar power plant systems
• Participates in training as required, JHA, PJB, LOTO documentation
• Writes Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned by supervisor
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level III scope

What You'll Bring

Level I

• A high school diploma or GED is required or willing to obtain GED within first 6 months of employment.
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Will drive company vehicle; must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team.

Level II (Additions)

• 1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience
• 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge

Level III (Additions)

• 4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience.
• Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application
• Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems
• Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems
• Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools and plant safety rules
• Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints
• Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature
• Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work
• Able to travel (approximately 5%)

• If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

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Who we are:  

We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly, and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.

What you will do:  

Electra is seeking a highly skilled, safety-focused Electrical & Instrumentation Technician performing at or above a Journeyman level to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems across its production facility. This role is critical to ensuring safe production, reliable automation, accurate data acquisition, and operational readiness in a fast-paced startup and commissioning environment. Technicians work with minimal supervision, and senior-level individuals may mentor or train other electrical and instrumentation personnel. 

Responsibilities include:

• Safely perform removal, repair, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems and components 
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial instrumentation, including flow meters, sensors, transmitters, analyzers, transducers, and weigh scales 
• Perform advanced electrical and control system troubleshooting, failure analysis, and root-cause investigations to minimize downtime 
• Execute loop checks, signal testing, I/O checkout, and system diagnostics during commissioning, startup, and maintenance activities 
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on substations, power distribution systems, switchgear, MCCs, motors, motor controls, and AC/DC drives 
• Install, configure, commission, troubleshoot, and replace Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 
• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial rectifier systems, including DC power distribution, cooling systems, interlocks, controls, and protective devices 
• Diagnose rectifier-related faults such as abnormal voltage/current conditions, grounding issues, cooling failures, and control faults 
• Support commissioning, startup, shutdown, and operational troubleshooting of rectifier systems 
• Assist with configuration and limited programming support of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and DCS platforms 
• Maintain accurate documentation, including calibration records, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, rectifier settings, and as-built updates 
• Follow all SOPs, lockout/tagout procedures, and electrical safety requirements 
• Participate in safety, environmental, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement programs 
• Mentor or train junior electrical and instrumentation employees as assigned 
• Work shifts in a 24/7/365 operation 

What we need you to bring to the team:   

• High school degree or equivalent
• 8+ years of industrial electrical/fixed plant electrician experience; OR completion of a Certified Electronics, Electrical, or Instrumentation (typically 4-year program) and four (4) years of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation experience; OR an associate degree or trade certification with six (6) years of relevant experience
• The ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals is required
• Advanced ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues, including root cause analysis and non-routine problem solving
• Strong working knowledge of industrial power distribution systems, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and process control systems
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and technical manuals to execute work and diagnose issues effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, determine appropriate methods for new assignments, and provide guidance or mentorship to junior team members
• Experience with VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, rectifiers, AC/DC control systems
• Experience with 480 volt motor control switchgear and controls