Field Technician (Sacramento, CA)

Overview

Perform O&M, troubleshooting, and maintenance for commercial solar PV and battery storage systems.

Key Responsibilities

• inspection reports
• qa/qc inspection
• preventative maintenance
• system troubleshooting
• commissioning
• epc coordination

Tasks

Prepare inspection and service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment troubleshooting. Perform site/system assessments and QA/QC inspections Audit site processes for compliance assurance Communicate with Engineering, O&M team and Management to ensure timely and efficient resolution of all site maintenance activities. Ensure sites are operating at full power and with the efficiency required. Work closely with EPC Project Managers to ensure seamless transition between EPC Construction and O&M Maintenance. Ensure a safe work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols. Carry out O&M tasks such as electrical/mechanical inspections, preventative maintenance, IR scanning, torque checks on connections, and overall site conditions. The Field Technician is required to troubleshoot and resolve solar PV and battery storage system issues, including emergency repairs/corrective maintenance, design change requirements, and equipment modifications/upgrades. Position will also be responsible for Preventative Maintenance activities to support system performance of O&M portfolio, as well as, QA/QC inspections, system commissioning and pre-con site assessments. Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines

Requirements

• scada
• battery storage
• associate engineering
• licensed electrician
• nabcep
• cmms

What You Bring

Experience with centralized DAS/SCADA/EMS control systems. One (1) year minimum experience installing/maintaining commercial scale battery storage systems preferred. Associates Degree in Engineering or equivalent Technical Certification/Training Valid Driver’s license with clean record. Must be willing and able to climb ladders, stairs and work on rooftops. Proficient with the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Working knowledge of Commercial Power Plant Operations. Ability to work remotely and independently. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. Ability to read electrical/mechanical drawings, equipment manuals and technical specifications. Experience with metering and test equipment. Project management/field operations management experience preferred. Licensed Electrician and NABCEP certification preferred. Familiarity with CMMS based work order/ticketing systems and mobile reporting tools. Working knowledge of NEC and local building codes and OSHA safety standards (OSHA 30 preferred). Previous experience working with power electronic conversion equipment. Ability to efficiently troubleshoot system failures.

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Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement savings plan Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

About Maxsolar

-Founded to maximize clean‑energy ROI, MaxSolar grew from a small team to a nationwide service provider. -It delivers O&M, asset management and technical services for distributed solar PV, battery storage and EV charging systems. -Typically managing hundreds of clean‑energy systems across the U.S., they optimize production and financial return. -Their core sectors include Solar energy, Energy Storage, EV Charging infrastructure, Commercial clean‑energy assets and technical commissioning. -Projects range from preventative maintenance and real‑time alert monitoring to system retrofits, upgrades and site surveys. -They craft customized service programs—like warranty coordination or SREC strategies—to maximize uptime and revenue. -A standout: they're one of the few independent firms offering end‑to‑end technical commissioning and post‑commissioning audits. -Headquartered in New Jersey, their growth mirrors client ROI—focused on system health and production, day in, day out.

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