Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Chandler, Arizona

Job Description:

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

McCarthy is hiring full time Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician to assist our Renewables Division. The initial job assignment is located in Phoenix, AZ but is subject to change. This is a full-time, site-based position that requires extensive travel to locations that span the continental U.S. Travel subsistence and additional incentives provided per company guidelines. McCarthy's core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things. JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY To perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations safely and efficiently for assigned solar power facilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Respond to dispatches to sites for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions / failures.
• Document site issues and resolutions.
• Prepare timely reports.
• Record time as required in software systems.
• Participate in meetings, in person or remotely.
• Ensure that work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Perform work independently and/or in work crews.
• Travel to sites primarily in the Southwest as requested. Occasional long distance, overnight travel, or air travel will be required.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to perform heavy lifting, pushing, pulling of material weighing 50 lbs.
• Ability to squat, crawl and work in awkward positions and confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Unrestricted use of hands, arms, shoulders, upper/lower back, visual acuity, depth, and color perception.
• Knowledge of basic electrical equipment.

• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.
• Strong people skills.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all site individuals.
• Strong collaborator, assisting others when necessary and appropriate.
• Open and honest communication style.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with others in varying position levels.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
• Ability to effectively summarize information for key decision makers.
• Ability and initiative to solve problems, adding value to the company.
  Responsive.
• Strong computer and software skills – Microsoft Office programs and aptitude for learning new software programs.
• Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights) as required.
  Travel required as needed.

Minimum Experience and Special Requirements

• Two or more years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M experience.

Work Environment

• Normal plant and/or office environment, including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures, and high humidity areas.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
• Requires use of personal protective safety equipment (i.e., respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, and more).
• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals.
• Occasionally requires lifting to perform duties and responsibilities.

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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