Instrument Controls & Electrical Technician

Company: Solar Impact, Inc.
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

Instrument Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician

The Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of instruments, control systems, and electrical equipment associated with Residential and Commercial Solar Systems. The IC&E Technician performs work requiring a high level of skill in the inspection, repair, testing, calibration, adjustment, installation and removal of instrumentation, electronic and electrical solar systems.

Responsibilities:
--- Perform preventive maintenance duties on all major equipment and systems.
--- Inspect, repair, install and remove all types of inverters, instrumentation, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 33,000 volts.
--- Conduct troubleshooting and analysis on solar DC and AC systems.
--- Maintain all electrical test equipment.
--- Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designated equipment.
--- Assist in maintaining and controlling spare parts inventory to maintain system reliability.
--- Participate in the administrative maintenance of the system operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams and preventive/predictive maintenance records.
--- Fully support and participate in Solar Impact Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs
--- Coordinate with OEM equipment service providers to enable remote support/troubleshooting.
--- Keep up to date on OEM technical information bulletins relating to deployed equipment.
--- Undertake all designated internal and external training as directed.

Qualifications:
--- Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school.
--- Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technician Program desired.
--- Work experience as a technician with increasing responsibility in a related industry.
--- Experience in working with voltages up to 33,000 volts highly desirable.
--- Ability to locate, troubleshoot, and adjust defects in equipment and/or maintain, install, modify, and troubleshoot AC and DC electrical systems and equipment.
--- Must be able to work from blueprints.
--- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
--- Ability to work well with others and be self-directed, as well as apply creative solutions to unique IE problems is desirable.
--- Must have excellent organizational skills and strong personal computer skills. Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills are desirable.
--- Valid driver's license required.

Preferred
--- Associates or better in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field.
--- NABCEP or other certified Solar technical training.
--- High School or better.
--- Four years work experience as a technician with increasing responsibility in a related industry.

Physical Requirements:
--- Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

About Company:
Solar Impact, Inc. is a leading solar installer in North Central Florida with a seasoned team of solar professionals. Founded in 2007, we have successfully installed hundreds of solar arrays, including landmark solar projects around the state of Florida. We proudly operate an employee-owned company that provides PTO, Group Health, 401K, and Profit-Sharing benefits to our team members. Our customer base includes homeowners, small businesses, public schools, multi-national companies, agricultural businesses, utilities, and many of our own employee-owners. We have been voted Gainesville Business of the Year for our Commitment to the Environment.

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