Strata Clean Energy is a national leading developer of commercial and utility-scale solar farms ranked amongst the top five solar producers in the US. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you’ll join us.

Summary: Come join our growing team and make your mark on renewable energy as a Field Operations Technician! Become part of a company that values you; and offers paid training, tuition reimbursement, and a true career path that will allow you to reach your full potential.

As training milestones are completed, the Technician will become qualified to perform and supervise additional maintenance activities, which will lead to a range of future growth opportunities within Strata. If you have an interest in building a career in the solar industry, this is the role for you!

The Field Operations Technician will work within a team to perform vegetation abatement, solar array maintenance, and sediment control. This individual will receive comprehensive on-the-job and classroom-based training pertaining to site maintenance and safe work practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct vegetation maintenance, abatement, erosion and sediment control, storm water management, and solar array maintenance on solar power generation plants.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repair of vegetation management equipment including, but not limited to mowers, tractors, string-trimmers, hedge trimmers, rotary cutters, tractor implements, and hand tools.
• Operates string trimmer, mower, tractor with implements, and vehicle/trailer.
• Inspect mowing equipment and conducting repairs on the equipment as needed.
• Participates in company training and state licensure programs for herbicide application, electrical training, and continues development courses.
• Ensure that all co-workers and contractors demonstrates safe work practices in accordance with OSHA, NFPA, state and local codes, and Strata Solar O&M safety policies and procedures during the performance of facilities management activities.
• Participate in safety briefings.
• Assist with interdepartmental maintenance activities as needed.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Clear understanding of safe work place practices and procedures.
• Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours, and weekends.
• Ability to operate in a manner consistent with organizational policies, procedures, and vision.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with peers, supervisor, and all other individuals both within and outside of the organization.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Work is to be performed in the field.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required – including, but not limited to hard hat, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand or walk short distances for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50lbs on an occasional basis.