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Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Renewables Technicians are primarily responsible for providing support to inverter-based resources (IBR) at multiple RRE Solar and/or Battery Storage sites in the Carolinas on a continual/on-demand basis and to establish O&M support for new-site start-up as well as long term operation and maintenance. It is important to note that each site is unique, adding to the complexity of the position.

The ideal candidate will be located between New Hill, Raleigh, Knightdale, Rocky Mount and Wilson, NC.

Below are the Essential Functions & Responsibilities of this position including but not limited to:

  • Perform daily operational rounds and operations activities up to and including developing and implementing complex Lock-Out-Tag-Outs (LOTOs). This includes being competent to train to become LOTO desk qualified
  • Perform SCADA, Telecomm, inverter, battery system, and array maintenance tasks.
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Perform all LOTO tasks needed for maintenance activities including research, development, isolation, independent verification, zero energy verification and work leader duties.
  • Perform contractor oversight duties.
  • Communicate with Operations Centers (RROC, TCC, ECC) regarding daily plant/ equipment status and maintenance. Daily travel could include multiple site visits.
  • Perform rotational On-Call duties in support of Peak and Baseload generation needs.
  • Perform record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spread sheets and documents.
  • Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations, and warranty agreements
  • Perform startup duties necessary to commission new sites which will include but not limited to, punch list, developing procedures and PM's, system walk downs, assisting startup personnel with commissioning activities, starting/stopping units from multiple branded Control Systems.
  • Must have strong instrumentation, electrical/electronic controls knowledge to troubleshoot, maintain and operate a photovoltaic solar plant and/or battery storage site
  • Take the role as integration lead for new sites to ensure RRE standards are met prior to turn over from Duke's construction group. This requires the ability to coordinate, time management, and thorough record keeping
  • New hires must be able to become proficient in the aforementioned required skills to be able to trouble shoot the varying technologies
  • Ability to read and understand technical electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings
  • General knowledge of high voltage equipment and ability to perform high voltage switching
  • Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations
  • Ensure a safe, event-free work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols
  • Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines
  • Develop and review site specific procedures.
  • Understand and enforce BES site requirements.
  • is position requires 50% domestic regional travel

Basic/Required Qualifications - Renewables Tech I

  • Technical or Associates Degree
  • In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 2 years related experience

Basic/ Required Qualifications – Renewables Tech II

  • Technical or Associates Degree
  • One year of related experience
  • In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 3 years related experience

Basic / Required Qualifications – Renewables Tech III

  • Technical or Associates Degree
  • Three years of relevant experience
  • In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 3 years related experience

Specific Requirements

  • This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.
  • Must live within approximate 30-mile radius of assigned site(s)/area of responsibility.
  • Capable of passing background check for NERC CIP
  • Must successfully complete EEI's Plant Operator Selection System (POSS)/Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)
  • Must successfully complete a Power Plant Physical Abilities Assessment
  • Required to pass physical
  • Valid driver's license

Job-specific knowledge, skills or abilities:

  • Strong Background in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Troubleshooting and repair, both AC and DC.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates
  • Must possess good oral and written communication skills
  • Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
  • Must be motivated to work independently
  • Must have strong organization skills
  • Must have experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
  • Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair fiber optic networks to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
  • Working knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers

Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates
  • Must possess good oral and written communication skills
  • Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
  • Must be motivated to work independently
  • Must have strong organization skills
  • Must have experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
  • Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired
  • Must possess the ability to adapt to other crafts (i.e. mechanical, civil, etc.)
  • Relevant experience with PV systems or equivalent PV training
  • Previous experience working with inverters
  • Experience with centralized SCADNEMS control systems and associated network devices
  • Working knowledge of Power Distribution systems
  • Electrical Design experience
  • Maximo CMMS experience
  • Experience with fiber optic networks
  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
  • Knowledge of general safety and environmental practices
  • Working knowledge/troubleshooting EMERSON Ovation
  • Have or willingness to obtain EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification

Working Conditions

  • Field Mobility Classification - Work location is highly mobile, working at various facilities or field locations with occasional onsite meetings after the onboarding period. Employee must live within a reasonable commute to the posted reporting location, within approximate 30-mile radius of assigned site(s)/area of responsibility one way.
  • Will sit and stand for long periods of time during the day.
  • Will walk, climb stairs and on equipment.
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist
  • May lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Required to use hands to finger, lift, handle, carry or feel objects.
  • May stoop, kneel, bend, talk and hear.
  • Specific vision abilities are required.
  • Ability to work in high temperatures (85+ Degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Travel Requirements will be approximately 50% regional travel to sites across North and South Carolina, and no overnight stays are required unless attending out-of-state training or for special assignments

Work Locations

This position supports multiple renewable energy sites:

Active Sites:

  • Elm City Solar - Elm City, NC

Under Construction:

  • Elm City BESS - Elm City, NC
  • Red Bud Solar - Castalia, NC
  • Knightdale BESS - Knightdale, NC
  • New Hill BESS - New Hill, NC

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Travel Requirements

50+%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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