Power Plant Field Service Supervisor

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Description:
First Solar Electric is a leader in the development of large scale solar energy systems and will focus on developing solutions for utilities in the United States. First Solar Electric is a subsidiary of First Solar, Inc. the largest thin film solar module manufacturer in the world and the largest solar manufacturer in the United States. Our high growth and position in the renewable energy industry offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values. We are seeking new associates that are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost effective solar energy an important part of the world’s energy mix. 
 
Basic Job Function:
Directly responsible for a variety of field service functions including, but not limited to, commissioning, testing, inspecting, trouble-shooting, repairing, and modifying solar photovoltaic systems.
 
Experience:               
1-2 years of experience in a related position, or
Recent electrical engineering graduate.
2 years supervisory experience
 
Education:
Technical School Diploma
College degree preferred
NABCEP certification a plus
 
Required Skills:
Behavioral:
Ability to supervise contractors in the field and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherenance.
Ability to take direction, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others
Ability to work comfortably in potentially remote field conditions and manage multiple tasks and projects
Ability to work in difficult customer situations
Available for 24-hour on-call duty to meet customer requirements
            
Technical:
Strong electrical background
Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Excel; Word)
Ability to use Maximo
Computer skills involving electronic control systems preferred
Familiarity with testing and diagnostic equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
 
 
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Responsible for the supervision of contractors to ensure safe, high quality and timely performance of maintenance activities in the field. 
Will act as the primary responder to customer service calls or automated service calls generated by remote alarm notification systems, and will be on-call 24/7.
Familiarity with both AC and DC systems, including inverters, switchgear, transformers, batteries, power meters, computer monitoring systems, associated sensors, PV modules, and PV arrays.
Directly responsible for a variety of field start-up and commissioning functions on all components of the PV system including but not limited to execution of pre-commissioning  protocols, commissioning protocols, acceptance tests, and customer training.
The Power Plant Field Supervisor must keep current with product technology as measured by ability to troubleshoot and repair various products and to instruct others.
 
Physical Requirements:
Will sit and/or stand periodically during the day.
Will be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Will reach over shoulder heights or below the waist.
Required to walk, climb stairs and on equipment.
Required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, talk and hear.
Required to use hands to handle, lift, carry or feel objects.
Specific vision abilities are required.
 

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Job Created: Fri Nov 06 2009 07:28:27 AM
Last Modified: Sat Nov 21 2009 07:37:23 AM