Lead Solar Field Service Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Diagnose and fix issues with utility-scale solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits.

• Conduct lockout/tagout (LOTO), IV curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, and infrared scans.

• Supervise and guide field technicians at active solar farm locations.

• Delegate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure projects adhere to schedules.

• Execute operations and maintenance for utility-scale solar facilities.

• Assess completed work for quality assurance and safety adherence.

• Implement OSHA and NFPA 70E safety protocols on-site.

• Identify system problems and address them directly in the field.

• Finalize work orders, service logs, and necessary documentation.

• Manage and maintain the company vehicle and required tools.

• Mentor and assist junior technicians on-site.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar on solar farms or ground-mounted systems.

• Proven experience leading teams or serving as the lead technician on-site.

• Background in working with megawatt-scale photovoltaic systems, excluding residential rooftop solar.

• Strong skills in electrical troubleshooting and repair, particularly with inverters, DC systems, and power electronics.

• Familiarity with solar operations and maintenance tasks.

• Knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E safety regulations.

• Proficient in using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and other testing equipment.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Capacity to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Willingness and ability to travel 100% to solar farm locations.

• Capability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and dust.

• Compliance with all OSHA and company safety protocols.

🏝️ Benefits

• Performance and referral bonuses.

• Production incentives.

• Tool and equipment stipends.

• Fuel stipends.

• Company vehicle.

• Per diem or other applicable compensation.

• Health insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• HSA option.

• Paid time off.

• Paid vacation.

• Paid holidays.

• 401(k) with employer matching.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunities for professional development through courses and training.

• Company phone.

• Company laptop or tablet.

• Essential tools and safety gear.

• Family-friendly and innovative workplace culture.

• Opportunities for career advancement.