Job Description
First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost‑efficient manner.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma/GED and 3+ years maintenance experience OR
- High school diploma/GED and 5+ years of experience in a related field OR
- High school diploma/GED and 2‑year technical school & 3+ years’ experience
- Journeyman’s Card from an accredited apprentice ship program preferred.
Required Skills/Competencies:
- Knowledge of manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Knowledge of CMMS is a plus but not required if coming in from the outside. Internal candidates need to know the CMMS system.
- Project Leader experiences a plus.
- Proven Communications Skills
- Ability to read prints and suggest modifications as required.
- Proven Electro/Mechanical skills.
- Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Vacuum Systems and Robotic.
- Ability to follow Safe Work Practices.
- Full understanding of LOTO
- Ability to work independently with no supervision.
- Capable of troubleshooting to the systems level.
- Full knowledge of all PM’s
- Must be capable of pulling reports and entering data or pass downs into/from the CMMS system.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Accomplishes daily assignments as scheduled and as directed.
- Performs the on‑site service and repair of equipment.
- Must meet at least 90% of Estimated Repair Times
- Collaborates with other departments.
- Follows standard OSHA, EPA, and Company safe practices on all work assignments.
- Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings.
- May be asked to train other employees.
- If no tech III is available may be asked to fill in as Team Lead.
- Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings and technical manuals.
- Responsible for adherence to all safety procedures, good housekeeping standards, and the wearing of PPE.
- Notify EHS Department if there are questions or concerns with the management of hazardous waste.
- Responsible to manage waste generated from any work that is performed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
