Certified Field Operations Technician

NextGenEnergyJobs; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Certified Hybrid Field Technician to support residential solar installs. On-site roles include doing site assessments, roof and electrical data collection, and post-install inspections to prepare for AHJ or utility approval.

You will climb ladders, inspect attics, and collaborate with install teams, while ensuring safety, accuracy, and adherence to codes and procedures in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid state electrical certification at Journeyman or higher.
• PV design/installation or PV electrical experience helpful (1+ year).
• Comfortable working on roofs and using ladders.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in variable weather.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Visit customer homes to collect measurements, photos, and data for solar design.
• Assess roof conditions and electrical service panels.
• Climb ladders and inspect rooftops and attics.
• Submit survey data using mobile field tools.
• Conduct post-install inspections and verify readiness for AHJ/utility approval.
• Coordinate with install teams to resolve inspection issues.
• Schedule inspections with AHJ and customers.
• Maintain tools and safety equipment.
• Represent the company professionally in customer interactions.
• Follow daily schedules across locations and adapt as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Mobile technology

Safety-conscious

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical Certification (Journeyman or higher)

OSHA 10 or 30 certification

Tools

Measuring tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The Certified Hybrid Field Technician supports both the beginning and end of the residential solar installation pipeline by performing site assessments prior to installation, inspections post-install, and other lone worker and team field work as needed for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit customer homes to collect detailed measurements, photographs, and structural/electrical data required for solar design.
• Accurately assess roof conditions, electrical service panels, and property features using standardized tools and protocols.
• Climb ladders, walk rooftops, and conduct attic inspections as required.
• Submit all survey data in a timely, complete, and accurate manner using mobile field tools.
• Perform post-installation inspection visits to ensure project readiness for final AHJ inspection or utility approval.
• Confirm installed systems match approved plans and meet workmanship, code, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with install teams and project managers to resolve inspection-related issues as needed.
• Provide documentation (photos, checklist, notes) verifying inspection readiness
• Discuss system installations with the AHJ and customers
• Review completed installations for determination of readiness for inspection
• Work with the AHJ and Customer to schedule inspections
• Schedule Execution & Field Readiness
• Follow daily, intraday schedules that may include both survey and inspection jobs across different locations, while also proactively scheduling work for yourself.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams when facing access issues, delays, or discrepancies.
• Maintain assigned tools and safety equipment in proper working condition.
• Represent the company professionally during all customer-facing interactions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must hold a valid state-recognized Electrical Certification at the Journeyman, Wireman, or higher level, and be in good standing.
• Previous PV design, PV installation or PV electrical experience (such as reading blueprints or plans, using tools and equipment, testing wiring or circuitry, National Electric Code knowledge, basic electrical theory knowledge, etc.) is helpful with a minimum of one year of field construction experience preferred
• Comfortable working on roofs, using ladders, and working in tight or elevated spaces.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools, measuring devices, and mobile technology.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and work from 20-foot ladders.
• Comfortable working in outdoor conditions including heat, cold, and variable weather.
• Capable of working in attics and other confined spaces when necessary.
• Must be able to walk rooftops of varying slopes and materials.