Position Summary:
Recurrent Energy is currently seeking an O&M Field Technician for our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Division. The O&M Field Technician will be responsible for maintenance checks, troubleshooting, and repair of project equipment related to any operational solar farms.
The successful candidate will have strong electrical/mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting techniques, and organizational skills to drive and achieve project uptime and production targets. They must be capable of working independently or within a team environment.
Responsibilities:
* Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
* Understand hourly production output targets and execute a plan for correction if there is any danger of not meeting them.
* Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating problems to the Operations & Maintenance Manager.
* Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
* Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors, and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality, and maintenance cost improvement.
* Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
* Ensure CMMS work orders are complete and audit events and warranty claims within the CMMS system.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, etc.
* Provide machine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
* Develop standard operating documents for maintenance and operations.
* Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
* Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
* Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.
* Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies.
* Conduct other duties as required.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of hands-on experience in the renewable energy (solar, wind, or similar).
* Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
* Strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
* Strong work ethic, positive team attitude, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Willingness to work outside normal daytime hours (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
* Willingness to travel.
* Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
* Deep knowledge of local regulations applicable to the PV Sites under operation.
* Must have a valid driver’s license.
Location:
We are looking for 2 positions in Sicily:
* 1 field technician in Trapani/Marsala
* 1 field technician in Ragusa/Vittoria
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