AES Clean Energy

Landscape Technician

US, Locust Grove, VA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 14 days ago

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About the role

Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Supports the safe and reliable operation of the utility solar power plant by ensuring that vegetation does not impact operations of the solar arrays, and ensures that applicable environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed for the care and maintenance of the land, roads, fence line, ponds, creek, and other waterways on the property.
Works with/support land maintenance contractors and sheep ranchers.
May support washing PV Panels utilizing panel washing equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals

Keeps safety and environment as number one priority and utilizes PPE when required.
May operate and perform maintenance on landscaping equipment including tractors, sitting mowers, push mowers, and other required land maintenance equipment.
May be required to support maintenance and clean-up of ponds and waterways on site, including working from a boat, if necessary.

Possess high school diploma or GED.
Outdoor work at solar power plants that includes some windy, dusty, and high heat/humidity conditions during the summer, and wet, windy, and cold conditions during the winter.
Driver's License preferred and/or ability to travel to site.
Valid driver's license required to operate company equipment and vehicles.
Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
Requires use of wear personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.).
May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
Occasional travel in VA and NC.

Applicator license credential preferred.
Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
Excellent hands on abilities with strong mechanical and technical skills.
Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office suite, email, expense reporting, and work order management systems.
Ability to read, write and understand English.
Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company.
Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip.
Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $19.25 and $22.95/per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge,

medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave).
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus.
Education / Experience:

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it?
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate.
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition.
AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.
We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.
Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.
Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.

E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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