The Solar & ESS Field Technician provides maintenance, inspections and verification on ongoing and existing commercial solar and battery storage projects. The role is responsible for operation and maintenance related functions on commercial solar arrays, including troubleshooting electrical components, performing inspections and maintenance activities, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education
- Minimum 2 years' experience maintaining commercial or utility solar arrays
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Understanding of solar photovoltaic, energy storage, and microgrid applications
- Understanding of electrical and mechanical functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment
- Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics, SLD and Electrical Construction Drawings
- Experience with PV and electrical systems including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
- Experience with Material Takeoffs for replacement of failed/damaged equipment
- Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
- Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
- NABCEP and OSHA 30 preferred
- Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder and on rooftops
- Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)
- Willing to travel up to 30% of the time with some overnights and on call availability
Benefits
- Medical insurance with a generous company subsidy and HRA
- Dental and vision
- 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of salary deferrals
- Profit sharing
- Retirement benefit
- Company-provided life and disability insurance
- Liberal paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave and volunteer time off
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company subsidized wellness