Traveling Wind & Solar Installation Technician

Niwot CO

Description

Harness Energy is a leading provider of meteorological measurement field services. We install and maintain equipment that wind and solar energy developers depend on for their feasibility studies and operations. Since the early 2000's, we have experienced first hand how the resource assessment segment of the renewable energy industry has developed. Specializing in met tower, remote sensing, and solar station installations, we have established data collection sites throughout the US, including both Hawaii and Alaska, as well as internationally in places as varied as Haiti, Ethiopia, Belize and Bangladesh. Our years of experience and commitment to continual improvement ensure we offer our clients the most dependable tools available and utilize industry best practices. We understand quality data is the foundation of every successful renewable energy project and this data begins with accurately configured and documented meteorological equipment. We consider the work we do to be a key contributor to the success of a project and we take pride in our work. Position Harness Energy is looking for new talented crew members to join our team as wind and solar field technicians. The positions require manual labor, technical aptitude, a logistical mindset, and a detail oriented approach. The primary responsibilities for someone in the field technician role is to install wind and solar resource assessment stations/towers throughout the country. These technicians work with a variety of tools in order to: compile project details, create trip plans, geolocate site locations, construct station hardware, configure meteorological sensors, program data loggers, deploy wireless modems, and collect high quality documentation. These technicians interface with local project stakeholders from developers to landowners and are responsible for training local maintenance technicians. Harness Energy promotes from within and is motivated to develop new hires in an efficient manner. This is the perfect job for someone who is excited to be involved in the renewable energy industry, enjoys travel, working outdoors, and wants to be a part of a fast-growing small company. Requirements & Expectations • Accommodate frequent travel, up to 75% of the year / 3 weeks per month • Adapt to variable scheduling • Exhibit a commitment to working safely • Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals via phone and email • Work as a member of a small team, as well as independently in the field • Follow direction with a close attention to detail and a positive attitude • Occasionally operate with minimal oversight • Effectively use hand and power tools • Effectively use a laptop and a variety of programs/applications • Learn and understand basic low voltage electrical systems • Operate machinery/equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes, rock drills, jack hammers, compressors, generators, winches • Troubleshoot technological issues • Clean, maintain, and inventory company owned tools/equipment • Contribute during the planning phase of the project by performing regional research and outreach • Act professionally in remote areas, on active construction sites, and in the office • Think creatively and encourage open-mindedness • Continually drive self-improvement and motivate excellence in coworkers • Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental procedures • Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record • Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body • Work in various positions, including, but not limited to: standing, stooping, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting • Lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks • Lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday • Sustain prolonged exposure to extreme weather and environmental conditions • Drive long distances in heavy work trucks, often with trailers in tow Benefits • Competitive Hourly Wage • Subsidized Health Insurance • Paid Time Off • Company-matched 401k • Flexible Scheduling • Continual Training & Advancement