Altus Power

Energy Optimization Field Technician - Ithaca, NY

Ithaca, New York, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 33 days ago

Project ManagementCustomer SupportCommunicationOSHARenewable Energy

About the role

About Altus Power Altus Power is a leading commercial scale solar power company delivering reliable, cost-effective electricity to households and enterprises from coast-to-coast.
Operations & Maintenance Executes safety-minded routine mechanical and electrical troubleshooting in addition to instrumentation, calibration and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with central and string inverters in addition to DAS, tracker systems and balance of system components.

Based in Stamford, Connecticut, just a short train ride from New York City, we develop, own and operate solar energy systems and battery storage nationwide.
Altus builds generation right where demand is highest, turning warehouse rooftops, parking lots and brownfields into power-producing assets that feed real megawatts into the country's most capacity-constrained grids.
Since 2009, Altus has grown to own and operate more than 1.3 gigawatts of solar producing projects across 30 states, serving more than 500 enterprises and more than 40,000 community solar subscribers.
Our ability to scale is backed by strategic partnerships and we are well-capitalized to drive growth in markets with supportive energy policies.
We're building a different kind of power company, driven by expertise and defined by execution.
Join us and help build what comes next.
Collaborate with the project manager and project engineer to develop and implement project-specific commissioning plans in accordance with the EPC agreement, OEM requirements, and project drawings.
Commissioning process will be executed on and reported in a manner that supports the project's milestone schedule.
Document and report any issues or deviations found during the commissioning process and coordinate with installation teams for timely resolution.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting support during the commissioning phase.

Must be fluent in Photovoltaic concepts, characteristics, and electrical operation behavior.
Ability to work in a mechanical and electrical environment.
Ability to follow and execute both verbal and written instructions from supervisor.
Ability to work on an "on call" basis for weekend dispatch when necessary.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions comes with this role - heat, cold, humid, dry, and inclement weather.
Participates in training as required; completes JHA and LOTO documentation

4-year degree welcomed, 4-year field experience preferred, but Technical Training School is plus.

Health and Dental Insurance (100% of premium paid of Company's standard policy)
Equity participation program for all employees, aligned to long‑term company success

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