Lead Solar Field Service Technician

Posted 7hrs ago

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Lead Solar Field Service Technician managing utility-scale solar farm maintenance, troubleshooting, and directing field technicians for Pearce Services.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot and repair utility-scale solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits
  • Perform testing: LOTO, IV curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, IR scans
  • Lead and direct 4+ field technicians on active solar farm sites
  • Assign work, track progress, and keep jobs on schedule
  • Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) on utility-scale solar plants
  • Inspect completed work and ensure it meets quality and safety standards
  • Enforce safety requirements (OSHA, NFPA 70E) on-site
  • Diagnose system issues and resolve them in the field
  • Complete work orders, service logs, and required documentation
  • Operate and maintain company vehicle and tools
  • Train and support junior technicians in the field

Requirements:

  • 4-5+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)
  • Experience leading crews of 4+ or acting as lead tech on-site
  • Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (NOT residential rooftop solar)
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills (inverters, DC systems, power electronics)
  • Experience with solar O&M / maintenance work
  • Working knowledge of OSHA / NFPA 70E safety standards
  • Experience using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and testing equipment
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Benefits:

  • Health and life insurance
  • 401k with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development courses
  • Company vehicle
  • Fuel stipends
  • Performance and referral bonuses