Alternative Energy Technician

About the role

Dart is looking for an Alternative Energy Technician to join its team. The role covers the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and performance optimisation of photovoltaic, energy storage and future alternative energy assets, with the aim of maximising system availability, reliability, safety and energy production. It is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Install alternative energy system replacement components in line with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics and manufacturer instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance and diagnose problems with wind energy and photovoltaic systems.
• Carry out scheduled inspections of PV arrays, inverters, racking, wiring, grounding systems and electrical equipment.
• Monitor and respond to system alarms and outages, and activate wind and PV systems to check their functionality.
• Perform infrared (thermal) inspections to find module, connection and equipment issues.
• Coordinate with contractors, assist in developing and assessing new projects, and support commissioning and BMS connectivity maintenance.
• Maintain and repair 2+ MW of installed alternative energy and all future projects.
• Take part in Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and safety audits.

Required profile

• High school diploma.
• At least 5 years of experience as a technician in the solar industry.
• Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting alternative energy systems and integrating BMS.
• Electrician licence or professional certification in solar systems, electrical installation or a related field.
• PV Installation Professional PV401 certification or commitment to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
• OSHA training and NFPA 70E certification, and willingness to work in adverse conditions such as inclement weather, dust, noise, heavy lifting, heat and heights.
• Valid driver's licence.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, organisation and presentation skills; able to work independently.

What we offer

• Salary of CI$50,000 to CI$70,000 per year.
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium.
• Employee and employer pension contributions, life insurance and long-term disability coverage (conditions apply).
• Enhanced leave options, a wellness screening day and continuing professional development after a six-month probation.