Qe Solar
Leading North American O&M provider for commercial & utility-scale solar, BESS and EV charging assets.
Solar Field Technician
Provide field service, troubleshooting, and maintenance for solar/BESS systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• 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).
Key Responsibilities
- ▸system diagnostics
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸equipment installation
- ▸warranty support
- ▸report generation
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
• IT/networking skills: Familiarity with RS485, Modbus, tcp/ip, etc. • Inverter and/or BESS manufacturers’ certifications (e.g SunGrow, Power Electronics, Solectria, BYD, etc) a plus • Ability to move safely over uneven terrain. • High School or Technical School Degree, Or, equivalent combination of education and experience; Veterans or military experienced candidates are strongly encouraged to apply • 0-2+ years of specialist, technical experience with solar projects, BESS, or other renewable systems; Experience with data acquisition systems. • Ability to work in extreme weather. • Ability to lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly. • Thermography certifications (Level 1) • Extensive travel regionally and occasionally nationally, to meet client field operation’s needs. • Minimum OSHA 10/30 Certification • NABCEP PV Installer Certification • Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 50 pound. • Ability to sit or drive for prolonged periods. • 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. • Completion of NFPA 70E courses • CPR/First Aid • Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
Requirements
- ▸rs485
- ▸modbus
- ▸tcp/ip
- ▸osha10
- ▸nabcep
- ▸thermography
Benefits
• Learning & Development Opportunities • Discounted Life & Disability Insurance • Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more • 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
Work Environment
Field