Solar Operations Technician – Garland Solar

Solar Operations Technician – Garland Solar

Southern Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company

Looking for a new challenge? Join the growing solar industry as a Solar Operations Technician at the Garland Solar Facility near Rosamond, CA. Technicians will also support the Garland BESS (Battery Energy Storage System), Gaskell West, and Adobe Solar Facilities in Kern County, CA.

• Garland Solar: 2,000 acres, 800,000 modules, 205 MW production.
• Garland BESS: 88 MW storage, 352 MWh total.
• Gaskell West Solar: 280 acres, 85,000 Canadian Solar modules with tracking, 20 MW output.
• Adobe Solar Facility: 160 acres, 80,000 Sun Edison/MEMC mono‑crystalline modules, single‑axis tracking, SMA inverters, 20 MW capacity.

• Operate and maintain utility‑scale solar photovoltaic electric systems.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair the plant’s electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Maintain plant maintenance records in the computer‑based work order system (Maximo®).
• Participate in the plant system owner program.
• Serve on Operations Review Board (ORB) action teams when required.
• Work shift schedules, including nights.

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• 2‑year College/Technical Degree or equivalent relevant work experience.

• Electrical background is highly preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Solar utility‑scale inverter maintenance experience preferred (Advanced Energy, TMEIC, SMA, Power Electronics).
• Strong technical background in electrical and electronic devices and equipment.
• Instrumentation experience is a plus; experience with photovoltaic systems or variable‑speed drives desired.
• Self‑starter able to work with little direction and follow directions when required.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions.
• Apply principles of logical thinking and handle encountered situations.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Independent operation of a solar plant and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Physically capable of demanding activities (climbing stairs and ladders, lifting heavy equipment) in all weather.
• Must pass pre‑employment skills testing: TECH – Technician Occupations.

• Work independently and take initiative.
• Effective collaboration within a team.
• Manage complex, high‑pressure situations with adaptability.
• Availability for 24/7 schedule, including holidays and night shifts as required.

• Safety First – We actively care about the safety and well‑being of employees, customers, and communities.
• Intentional Inclusion – One team fostering a culture of belonging.
• Act with Integrity – Honesty, respect, fairness, trustworthiness.
• Superior Performance – Continuous improvement, exceptional service, innovation.

California law wage range: $34.71/hour – $49.88/hour.

• Job
• Job Category:
  Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Telecommunications and Utilities

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.