Certified Field Operations Technician (Talent Pool, Future)

NextGenEnergyJobs; Bolingbrook, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Certified Field Operations Technician to support both pre-install site assessments and post-install inspections for residential solar projects. You will collect measurements, photographs, and data to ensure designs meet requirements and safety standards.

You will climb roofs, inspect electrical panels, and collaborate with installation teams to resolve issues, while ensuring documentation is complete and accurate for AHJ or utility approval.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid state-recognized Electrical Certification at Journeyman, Wireman, or higher level, in good standing.
• PV design, PV installation or PV electrical experience (reading blueprints/plans, testing wiring, NEC knowledge) with ~1 year field construction preferred.
• Comfortable working on roofs, ladders, and in elevated or tight spaces.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools, measuring devices, and mobile technology.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
• Must lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and work from 20-foot ladders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.

Responsibilities

• Visit customer homes to collect measurements, photos, and data for solar design.
• Assess roof conditions, electrical service panels, and property features using standardized tools.
• Climb ladders, walk rooftops, and conduct attic inspections as required.
• Submit survey data using mobile field tools in a timely, complete manner.
• Perform post-installation inspection visits for AHJ or utility readiness.
• Verify installed systems match plans and meet codes and safety standards.
• Collaborate with install teams and project managers to resolve inspection issues.
• Provide documentation (photos, checklists, notes) proving inspection readiness.
• Discuss system installations with AHJ and customers.
• Review completed installations for inspection readiness and scheduling with AHJ.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring devices

Mobile technology

Job description

Certified Field Operations Technician (Talent Pool, Future)

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.