Spark Power is a leading independent power solutions provider to the electrical service industry across North America. We deliver technical solutions that help our customers transition to the grid of the future – Renewable Energy.

The Solar Technician will travel to job sites around New York State to help maintain solar, battery storage & electric vehicle infrastructure. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on electrical and/or mechanical components of Renewable Energy assets.

We are excited to provide careers in Renewables and are committed to being the best employer possible.

What you'll be doing as a Solar Technician:

• Follow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplace

• Complete routine safety documentation before every job including tailgate meetings, electrical work permits, etc.

• Technical troubleshooting & preventative maintenance activities to maximize performance/production

• Energization/de-energization procedures

• Follow & implement LOTO plans & procedures

• Interpret schematics and blueprints

• Quality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed

• Follow OEM specific maintenance requirements in addition to company standards and industry best practices i.e. NETA MTS, CSA Z463, NFPA 70E, etc.

• Daily digital reporting and documentation of all work performed

• Work in a team-based environment and independently whereas necessary

• Participation in on-call weekend services on a rotating schedule

• Identify and provide feedback to issues and ongoing development of projects

• Willing to work overtime as needed

• Keep the sites looking clean and safe– buildings, vegetation, fences, gates, roads, etc.

• Ensure spare parts inventory is organized and clean

Here are some of the perks Spark Power employees enjoy:

• Competitive hourly wages
• 1.5X overtime after 40 Hours / week
• Fast-track growth opportunities
• A hands-on, positive Management Team that began as Technicians and have been promoted within their roles
• Positive and fun company culture. No one is 'just a number' at Spark.
• Benefits (health, vision, dental)
• 401k
• Employee Share Ownership Program
• Company vehicles
• Provided company cell phone and laptop
• All travel, training, workwear & PPE paid for

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Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Post-secondary education with an electrical or mechanical base is an asset
• ABET/EAC certification will be considered an asset
• State certified Journeyman license an asset
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) an asset
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
• Must be able to lift 75lb
• Able to determine color codes
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Digital literacy (proficiency with mobile apps and various software: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Report writing)
• Electrical & mechanical aptitude and experience
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with a team mentality and liaise with customers to ensure quality of service
• Valid Driver's License
• Work in adverse weather conditions and extreme temperatures
• Firm commitment to safety
• Be a believer in renewable energy
• Ability to work at heights with good ergonomics, work may take place on ladders, platforms, and cramped spaces with constant standing and kneeling.

Who is Spark Power?

• We provide end-to-end electrical contracting, operations and maintenance services, and energy sustainability solutions to the industrial, commercial, utility, and renewable asset markets.
• We have over 1300 employees across 38 offices across North America.
• We have numerous exciting projects in commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors across Canada and the US.