Field Technician (Augusta, Maine)

Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

• troubleshooting
• preventive maintenance
• commissioning
• ir scanning
• performance monitoring
• safety management

Tasks

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. Communicate with Engineering, O&M team and Management to ensure timely and efficient resolution of all site maintenance activities. Carry out O&M tasks such as electrical/mechanical inspections, preventative maintenance, IR scanning, torque checks on connections, and overall site conditions. Perform site/system assessments and QA/QC inspections Work closely with EPC Project Managers to ensure seamless transition between EPC Construction and O&M Maintenance. Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines Ensure sites are operating at full power and with the efficiency required. Audit site processes for compliance assurance Prepare inspection and service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment troubleshooting. Ensure a safe work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols.

Requirements

• scada
• licensed electrician
• nabcep
• cmms
• osha 30
• battery storage

What You Bring

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

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Benefits

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

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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