Asset management spans a wide range of activities all directed toward the same goal: maximizing the profitability of company assets. Excellence in Plant Operations enables us to deliver on our commitments to the project owners. The Associate Solar Technician position is an integral piece enabling us to achieve this goal. 

The Associate Solar Technician will support the Facility Manager in all aspects of operations and maintenance at Scout Clean Energy’s Markum solar power plant, including substation equipment, modules, trackers, inverters, combiner boxes troubleshooting, repair, or replacements. And will also be responsible for MV (medium voltage) switching operations, planned and unplanned outage coordination, substation component inspections, collection system inspections and repairs, IR scanning of all substation and collection system electrical components and balance-of-plant work as well. 

This position will report directly to the Facility Manager, Markum solar power plant. 

Responsibilities 

Strive to deliver optimal performance of all the power plant equipment while ensuring safety is of top priority: 

• Execute, and improve programs, procedures, and policies to achieve a safe working environment. Oversee and perform facility maintenance and repairs. 

• Fill out and complete work orders assigned on a weekly basis. Strive to deliver optimal performance of all the power plant equipment while ensuring safety is of top priority: 

• Perform facility maintenance. Assist the Facility Manager with schedules. 

Engage with the Scout team: 

• Proactively update the Facility Manager on key issues, approaches to addressing, and progress toward issue resolution. 

Perform other duties as directed by your supervisor or the Director of Plant Operations. 

Requirements

• 1-3 years of general equipment troubleshooting experience. Automotive, HVAC, utility vehicles, appliances etc.. 

• Good verbal and written communication skills. 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office. 

• Comfortable in working conditions that may present high heat and/or humidity - winter weather conditions and possess the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job. 

• Occasional travel may be required. 

Preferred Skills 

• Certification in a relevant field or comparable work experience. 

•  Experience in operations and maintenance of solar power plants with various platforms in terms of solar modules, trackers, combiner boxes, inverters and related equipment. 

Timeline and Location 

Scout aims to fill the Associate Solar Technician- Markum role as soon as possible, with a proposed start date at the middle of November 2024. 

 Our ideal candidate will be located in McLennan or Bosque County, Tx., where our Markum Solar plant is located; onsite presence is required. 

Your typical schedule will be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. with some work commitments outside of a Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. schedule (including nights, holidays, and weekends) at times when needed by the project.

Scout’s Values 

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission. 

• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. 

• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members. 

• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult. 

• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills. 

• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems. 

Benefits

Invitation to Veterans 

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. 

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups  We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.  

Compensation 

Target base salary: $35,000-40,000 depending on experience. Attractive bonus potential. 

Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.