O&M Field Technician

Recurrent Energy
IT - Latium - Rome
April 1, 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: O&M Field Technician
Department: Operations & Maintenance
Reports to: Regional O&M Manager
Location: Sicily, IT
Position Summary:
Canadian Solar, Inc. is currently seeking an O&M Field Technician for our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Division. The O&M Field Technician will be responsible for maintenance checks, troubleshooting, and repair of project equipment related to operational solar farms. The successful candidate will have strong electrical/mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting techniques, and organizational skills to drive and achieve project uptime and production targets of projects and must be capable of working independently or within a team environment.
Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation.
Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
Work with other members of the maintenance team, subcontractors, and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality, and maintenance cost improvement.
Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety and audit events and warranty claims within the CMMS system.
Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, trackers, etc.
Provide machine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
Develop standard operating documents for maintenance and operations.
Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.
Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies.
Conduct other duties as required.
Requirements:
College degree preferred.
5+ years of hands-on experience in the renewable energy (solar, wind, or similar).
Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
Strong work ethic, positive team attitude, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8 am to 5:00 pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
Must be willing to travel; currently, all project locations are within Sicily (Italy).
Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
Deep knowledge of local regulations applicable to the PV Sites under operation.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Compensation and Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary.
Canadian Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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