Solar Technician II

AES CE, a rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, is seeking a Solar Technician II for on-site operations and maintenance work at the Morris Solarworks utility-scale solar project near Kirksville, Missouri. This role involves day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance oversight for solar PV sites and associated electrical infrastructure, with opportunity to mentor junior field personnel as the company expands.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on solar PV sites and substations
• Operate and maintain SunGrow 4400 and SunGrow 3600 inverters and Soltech single-axis tracker systems
• Execute high, medium, and low voltage switching operations
• Prepare and implement switching orders and clearance procedures
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards during all operations
• Work independently and collaboratively with field teams
• Support operations at additional solar facilities, including the Hardy Hills project in Indiana (up to 10% travel)

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a PV O&M solar technician, OR 5+ years in power plant operations with 1+ year in PV solar O&M or construction
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent; Journeyman electrical qualification preferred
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical fundamentals
• Familiarity with standard business software and basic IT equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, and wearing personal protective equipment for extended periods
• Willingness to work occasional overtime and non-standard hours
• Must be able to commute daily to site location (US Highway 63 and County Road 361 C, Kirksville, Missouri 63501); local residence or relocation to the Kirksville area required before start date
• Ability to work safely around rotating equipment, energized systems, hazardous materials, and chemicals

Benefits

• Professional development and advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding renewable energy company
• Mentoring and leadership track record building