Solar Field Technician

Description

• Communicate with technical leads, project leads/managers, and third-party sub-contractors to ensure timely resolution to all required activities; Support recommended performance improvements and at address site safety and compliance concerns; Other responsibilities as directed by manager.
• Diagnose and repair systems failures as existing solar sites, identify and correct potential issues that may impact site performance in the future. Assist and support field teams with real-time solutions to site operations issues and execute the same. Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment failures and perform regular preventative maintenance on a variety of solar, BESS and other project equipment. Support field teams and clients via oversight/support of warranty matters regarding equipment and systems for use or replacement. Installs, removes, troubleshoots and the maintenance of solar, BESS and other related electrical equipment.
• Prepare service tickets and reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations. Provide reports, written and oral communication in a timely and complete fashion.
• Ensure a safe, event-free work environment through strict adherence to company and client protocols, safety procedures and regulations. Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and safe best practices (e.g. lock-out/tag-out compliance, JHA completion, LDL testing, and compliance with all company safety policies or procedures and work practices).

Requirements

• Minimum OSHA 10/30 Certification
• NABCEP PV Installer Certification
• Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 50 pound.
• Inverter and/or BESS manufacturers’ certifications (e.g SunGrow, Power Electronics, Solectria, BYD, etc) a plus
• Ability to lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in extreme weather.
• Experience working with 600v-1500v systems; Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE and current NFPA-70e requirements; Proficient with technology and computing programs/platforms; C&I/Utility Scale solar work experience; Experience with operations of solar sites and/or project maintenance and compliance.
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• CPR/First Aid
• IT/networking skills: Familiarity with RS485, Modbus, tcp/ip, etc.
• High School or Technical School Degree, Or, equivalent combination of education and experience; Veterans or military experienced candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Completion of NFPA 70E courses
• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain.
• Extensive travel regionally and occasionally nationally, to meet client field operation’s needs.
• 0-2+ years of specialist, technical experience with solar projects, BESS, or other renewable systems; Experience with data acquisition systems.
• Ability to sit or drive for prolonged periods.
• Thermography certifications (Level 1)

Benefits

• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance
• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance