Job Summary
Headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, Sun Tribe is one of the fastest growing clean energy companies in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Thanks to an experienced, in-house team of engineers, analysts, technicians and electricians, Sun Tribe O&M is able to provide best-in-class technical asset management and operations & maintenance ("O&M") services for our client-partners across a growing portfolio of over 100 operational sites throughout the region.The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Electrician will be responsible for helping to ensure the operational success of our generation and energy storage asset portfolio.
This position requires a variety of technical and other skills to perform solar PV system operations and maintenance, including preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and diagnosis, and corrective repairs.The Operations & Maintenance Electrician reports directly to the Director of Operations & Maintenance. It is expected that this position will require approximately 15% office work and 85% field work (day travel).
Responsibilities
Relationship Management
- Fosters positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Provides timely and accurate technical assessments about the condition and operational status of all electrical equipment on site to asset owners
- Proactively communicates with all host facility site contacts about site access requirements.
Monitoring
- Remotely monitors operating assets on rotating schedule (1 weekend per month)
- Acknowledges all alerts or other issues identified within the contractually prescribed time period
- Diagnoses issues, remotely or on site, and communicates information via ticketing platform
System Operations and Maintenance
- Advises the Director of Operations & Maintenance on the National Electric Code (NEC) including best practices for safe and effective operation and maintenance of all electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring
- Conducts preventative maintenance & inspections (PMIs) on electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring on assigned sites in accordance with contractual obligations
- Investigates site outages or other issues, performs on-site troubleshooting, initiates support tickets with equipment manufacturers as needed, and reports all findings in a timely manner
- Performs repairs and corrective actions on site as needed
- Documents all maintenance, repairs, and inspections via written service reports
- Facilitates warranty equipment replacements including receiving replacement equipment, facilitating returns, and filing reimbursement claims
- Assists with the organization and maintenance of spare parts and equipment
- Instills and adheres to the organization’s safety culture
Skills and Experience
Basic Qualifications Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Licensed Electrician in the State of Maryland or equivalent
- Minimum three years of commercial electrical experience including repair, installation, and maintenance of 480V or MV electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring
- General understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans
- Self-motivated, honest, reliable, and conscientious
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred
- Experience with the NEC as it pertains to solar PV systems
- Strong computer skills
- NABCEP Installation Professional and/or Technical Sales Certification
Working Conditions
- Some evening and weekend work is required
- Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite
- Requires approximately 15% office work and 85% field work (day travel)
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
- Require travel to worksites and projects as needed
- Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers
Direct Reports
None
Salary and Benefits
This position is considered Full-Time Hourly, Nonexempt under federal and state wage and hour laws, which means you will be eligible for overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek.Sun Tribe offers all full-time employees:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life insurance
- 15 company holidays, similar to Virginia State holiday schedule
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Discretionary Bonus Potential
- $600 annual health & wellness reimbursement
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and relevant project experience via our application portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.Even if you do not meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We prioritize talent, passion, and drive over what looks good on paper. If you're on the fence, we encourage you to hit the apply button and highlight what draws you to Sun Tribe.Sun Tribe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, family medical or genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.Sun Tribe complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Sun Tribe operates.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Sun Tribe O&M is a drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify.Read more about our company values and about Sun Tribe O&M at https://suntribesolar.com/operations-and-maintenance/Sun Tribe participates in E-Verify.
