ACT Power Services
Field Service Technician - Hickory, NC
ACT Power Services, Hickory, North Carolina, United States, 28601
Pay:
$25.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience
Supplemental Pay:
Overtime pay
Performance bonus
Schedule:
Extended hours
Monday to Friday
Company Overview ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients’ needs. We have taken a no‑frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world‑class team, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and best‑in‑class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry’s benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.
Job Description The Solar Maintenance Technician is an entry‑level position responsible for the safe, productive repairs and maintenance of Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. Performing preventative maintenance and inspections, troubleshooting, and making repairs to maximize production, the Solar Maintenance Technician has opportunities to learn a variety of skill sets and to impact our safe, reliable, clean energy future.
This role will encompass performing the preventative and corrective maintenance on the solar modules, strings, trackers, and inverters.
Responsibilities
Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you do
Conduct routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
Willingness to learn the NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practices
DC and AC testing, including polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I‑V curve tracing
Interpret schematics to understand system layouts and connections
Maintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of equipment at solar photovoltaic facilities including but not limited to: single‑axis trackers, central or string inverters, transformers, AC and DC disconnects, substation equipment
Maintain company property such as vehicle, tools, meters and plant stock
Maintain service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventory
Provide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as needed
Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards
Qualification Requirements
Familiarity with electrical systems and components
Proficiency in using power tools for repair tasks
Ability to read and interpret schematics accurately
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
Valid driver’s license
Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910, NFPA 70E, and 70B
OSHA 10 General Industry certificate
Must have the ability to travel, work on‑call during off‑shift hours and weekends
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors at various job sites
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures; PPE is required
Must sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8‑10 hours a day
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Short‑term and Long‑term disability
Critical illness
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Training and Development
Legal and Identity Theft protection
Company vehicle or stipend opportunities
Pet Insurance
Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third‑party recruiting firms or agencies.
Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in ACT Power Services’ Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA.
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$25.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience
Supplemental Pay:
Overtime pay
Performance bonus
Schedule:
Extended hours
Monday to Friday
Company Overview ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients’ needs. We have taken a no‑frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world‑class team, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and best‑in‑class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry’s benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.
Job Description The Solar Maintenance Technician is an entry‑level position responsible for the safe, productive repairs and maintenance of Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. Performing preventative maintenance and inspections, troubleshooting, and making repairs to maximize production, the Solar Maintenance Technician has opportunities to learn a variety of skill sets and to impact our safe, reliable, clean energy future.
This role will encompass performing the preventative and corrective maintenance on the solar modules, strings, trackers, and inverters.
Responsibilities
Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you do
Conduct routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
Willingness to learn the NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practices
DC and AC testing, including polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I‑V curve tracing
Interpret schematics to understand system layouts and connections
Maintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of equipment at solar photovoltaic facilities including but not limited to: single‑axis trackers, central or string inverters, transformers, AC and DC disconnects, substation equipment
Maintain company property such as vehicle, tools, meters and plant stock
Maintain service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventory
Provide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as needed
Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards
Qualification Requirements
Familiarity with electrical systems and components
Proficiency in using power tools for repair tasks
Ability to read and interpret schematics accurately
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
Valid driver’s license
Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910, NFPA 70E, and 70B
OSHA 10 General Industry certificate
Must have the ability to travel, work on‑call during off‑shift hours and weekends
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors at various job sites
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures; PPE is required
Must sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8‑10 hours a day
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Short‑term and Long‑term disability
Critical illness
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Training and Development
Legal and Identity Theft protection
Company vehicle or stipend opportunities
Pet Insurance
Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third‑party recruiting firms or agencies.
Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in ACT Power Services’ Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA.
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