Solar Technician I
AESAbout AES
The AES Corporation is the largest US-based global power company with 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
The company is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ across multiple markets and was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century.
About the Role
The AES Operations team is seeking a Solar Technician with Preventative & Corrective maintenance experience. This role is based in Chowchilla, CA. Candidates must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate before their start date.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to take direction from Field Service leads. As AES CE grows to become one of the top IPPs in the industry, this role will provide an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for assigned O&M activities associated with solar PV sites and substations associated with utility-scale Solar Energy Plants located in California's Central Valley
- Performs/assists with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for equipment including installed Inverters (SMA, Advanced Energy, Power Electronics, EATON, TMEIC, SunGrow, and Solectria), Trackers (NEXTracker & ATI), Combiner Boxes, PV Modules, DC Collection equipment and systems, and AC Collection and Distribution equipment and systems
- Performs/assists with routine maintenance work (repair, instrumentation calibration, basic Inverter troubleshooting) as assigned by supervisor and work orders from the maintenance management system
- Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders
- Operates electrical and mechanical power plant systems
- Participates in training as needed
- Performs/assists with technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power plant
- Assists with site vegetation management plans including running tractors, riding mowers, and other vegetation maintenance equipment
- Writes/assists with Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned
- Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements
- May perform work independently and/or in work crews, depending upon skills and experience
Desired Skills, Expertise and Proficiencies
- Understands and promotes general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place
- Experience with electrical systems and familiarity of basic safety principles including LOTO and Electrical Safety
- Must have experience in operating personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software
- Experience with SCADA and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems is highly recommended
- Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization
- Maturity, integrity and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with superiors and colleagues
- Promotes the site team; strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate
- High-energy, developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic
- Detail-oriented with an ability to synthesize sophisticated analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers
- Excellent hands on abilities with strong technical skills
- Ability to read, write and understand English
- Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
- Demonstrates passion for solving problems and adding value to the company
- Maintains a current level of professional knowledge
- Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action
- Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals
- Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip
- Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum
Equal Opportunity
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
About AES
<cite index="3-1">The AES Corporation is an American utility and power generation company</cite> that <cite index="3-2">owns and operates power plants, which it uses to generate and sell electricity to end users and intermediaries like utilities and industrial facilities</cite>. <cite index="1-8">The company is organized into four market-oriented strategic business units (SBUs): US and Utilities, South America, MCAC (Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean), and Eurasia</cite>.
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