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Role Description

Cypress Creek Renewables is seeking a highly motivated Reliability Technician with utility solar experience to conduct thermographic inspections, QA/QC, reporting, and corrective maintenance on solar PV systems. This role is remote, ideally based in North Carolina, with 50%+ travel required to job sites within NC or nationwide.

• Conduct on-site drone (sUAS), handheld infrared thermographic inspections, visual inspections, and evaluations of solar photovoltaic facilities.
• Assist in planning and executing daily activities.
• Generate detailed inspection reports and maintain thorough documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections for permanent files and keep all data collected in an organized fashion, uploading said data in a timely manner.
• Communicate abnormal findings in a clear and direct way to all necessary parties.
• Periodic overnight travel to assist remote regions and training.
• Responsible for performing inspections as requested or deep-dive analysis of the health of solar facilities.
• Become subject matter expert on the use of thermography within PV systems.
• Assist in the safety and flight operations training of new team members.
• Assist the regional teams in response to major storms and natural disasters.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of solar PV systems.
• Conduct DC and AC testing, including polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, insulation resistance testing, and I-V curve tracing.
• Maintain tools, instruments, and inventory stock.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Solar PV or Drone UAV experience.
• 1+ years of experience in solar PV construction or maintenance, including DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, monitoring, civil, and racking installation (preferred).
• Experience with testing equipment, such as thermographic electrical inspection, IV curve tracing, megohmmeters, and ground fault detection tools.
• Proficient in the use of thermography with electrical systems (preferred).
• Level 1 ITC Thermography certification holder (preferred).
• Strong understanding of Solar PV, including electrical and solar module components (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
• Thermographic editing/analysis software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in the use of computers and technology, especially in the management of large amounts of data.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal oversight.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technological aptitude and adaptability.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Willingness to achieve FAA 14CFR Part 107 certification in 30 days.
• OSHA 10-Hour Training Certification.
• Willingness to travel extensively (50%+ of the time).
• Proactive and solution-focused communication skills.
• Experience administering contracts.
• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables.

Requirements

• Primarily field-based with extensive travel (50%+ required).
• Compliance with all safety standards and PPE requirements (hard hat, arc flash protection, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).
• Ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, and walk for 8-12 hours per day.
• Availability to work Monday- Friday and occasionally on weekends.
• Willingness to travel overnight and for extended durations.
• Capability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match.
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance.
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Phone Bill Reimbursement.
• Company Swag.