Solar power installer job description

Network Connex , through our operating companies, Advantage Engineers, CCSI Networks, Fairhaven, National Technologies and Verticom , provides network design and implementation services for some of the world’s most sophisticated networking and data infrastructure companies. Our clients include wireless service providers, network service providers, cable MSO’s, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises.

National Technologies (NTI) Summary:

National Technologies (NTI) is a premier turn-key provider of fiber optic and data center installation services. Whether it be learning the latest techniques in the field or working with vendors to maximize material performance, NTI is consistently on the leading edge of innovation in the Telecommunications field.

If being a part of a tight-knit organization that gets to operate in some of the most innovative environments around the world sounds like a dream job, then you should experience the culture at NTI! While providing the typical perks a large company offers, NTI remains true to its roots and at the core of our Company is a family-oriented business that treats our team as integral members of the organization and not just a number. The open door, collaborative nature of NTI allows for professional growth and cultivates the ideas to keep our Company moving into the future of the industry!

Job Summary:

The DC Power Technician is a technician roll that provides DC Power and infrastructure services across multiple platforms. Technical responsibilities include working with a team to install various configurations of DC power including installation, maintenance of primary and secondary DC power systems. Travel may be required. All travel expenses paid, prearranged and booked by the company.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to demonstrate valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete DC installation activities with team
• Complete infrastructure installation activities with team
• Review, update, augment, and provide job documentation
• Creating MOP’s, Redline, Close Out Documentation
• Installing Primary and Secondary Cable
• Chassis, Reference and Power Grounding
• Lacing primary and secondary cable
• Working as a team

Competencies/Skills:

• Fundamental knowledge of DC Plants, BDFB, BDCCB, Rectifiers, Inverters
• Fundamental knowledge of AC / DC Power
• Fundamental infrastructure knowledge and installation experience
• Understands and follows standards set in GR_1275 Telcordia
• Ability to perform Hot Cuts / Hot Slides
• Understanding of Blueprint/Schematic reading
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Rack and stack experience required

Education and Experience:

• 1-5 years field technical DC plant experience
• 1-5 years working with documentation on technical jobs (JSA, JCR, SOW, MOP,)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 70lbs
• Must be able to pass drug screening and back-ground check

**Job Level:** Senior Level

**Home District/Group:** TIC Power District

**Department:** Construction Operations

**Market:** Power

**Employment Type:** Full Time

**Position Overview**

The position requires leveraging solar industry experience across all company projects through various stages of the project life cycle, estimating, engineering and construction. Responsible for helping draft and periodically update Solar Standard Operating Procedures as well as audit projects for compliance with the SOPs.

**District Overview**

TIC Power (TICP) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a non-union craft force. TIC Power builds major EPC power plant projects throughout North America.

**Location**

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

**Responsibilities**

• Ensure that projects are adhering to discipline SOPs, implementing previous Lessons Learned, documenting new Lessons Learned, audit for compliance.

• Provide overall consistency across projects

• Review discipline design basis and site layouts for constructability, flaws in assumptions, or specific risks unique to the estimate.

• Review client and vendor-provided documentation (drawings, data sheets, install manuals) and verify it is consistent with the estimated design assumptions and current SOPs.

• Ensure that construction and design Lessons Learned are getting back to the estimate teams and being accurately implemented in the estimates.

• Facilitate coordination between construction site, design office, and estimating. Be a filter for field requests.

• Maintain focus on releasing Long Lead EE & PM packages to meet the construction schedule.

• Assist in reviewing OEM proposals and contract scopes. Maintain a close working relationship with OEM vendors to quickly resolve technical and commercial issues.

• Train & mentor estimators, engineers, and site supervisors on the nuances of racking pre-fabrication, assembling various racking systems and module manufacturer combinations, discipline SOPs, and the critical aspects to being successful installing solar trackers and modules.

• Review project schedules for errors in logic/durations/procurement lead times.

• Support scheduling/sequencing/planning job operations.

• Check for clashes or scope gaps between construction disciplines

• Perform monthly cold eye reviews for 2-3 operations per project. Publish findings report to review with project management.

**Qualifications**

• 10+ years' experience in the construction industry, with at least 7 years in the PV Solar industry, preferably with first-hand knowledge of PV tracker systems and module installations.

• Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings, and other documents.

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**Other Requirements:**

• Regular, reliable attendance

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• **FIELD ROLES ONLY** May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

_We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off._

_We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law._

Company: TIC