Field Operations Technician

Standard Solar; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Solar in Massachusetts is hiring a Field Operations Technician to support the maintenance and repair of our solar asset fleet. The role combines hands-on field work with in-office prep and meetings, focusing on PV systems and battery power installations nationwide.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of electrical experience, NEC knowledge, and Journeyman eligibility; must pass background checks and be authorized to work in the United States. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 4 years hands-on electrical experience as an Apprentice Electrician and eligible for Journeyman Certification.
• Troubleshooting logic and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with the National Electric Code (NEC).
• Competency with Microsoft Office.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician certification preferred.
• BS in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Experience with MODBUS control schemes and data acquisition systems preferred.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification preferred.
• OSHA training preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting existing PV systems in the field and remotely.
• Inspecting commissioning documentation and supporting the construction team with commissioning of new solar assets.
• Conducting maintenance inspections and providing reports on findings.
• Coordinating and supporting the operations team with prompt resolution of outages and analyzing system performance.
• Performing quality control inspections as necessary.
• Preparing quotes for corrective maintenance.
• Participating in field training programs and safety practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Teamwork

NEC proficiency

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

4 years hands-on electrical experience as Apprentice Electrician

Journeyman or Master Electrician certification preferred

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering preferred

Tools

MODBUS control schemes

Data acquisition systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Standard Solar’s Field Operations team is growingrapidly. Our best-in-class Field Operations members provide unparalleledexpertiseto an industry and organization primed for exponential growth.We areactivelysearchingforqualifiedprofessionalelectricianswith adesire tohonetheir careerbybeingpartofthe premiersolar photovoltaic owner operatorof C&I assetsin the nation.

TheField Operations Techniciansupportstheteam in the maintenance and repair of Standard Solar’s fleet of solar assets.Activities includemaximizing theperformance of anexpandingfleet of solar electricand batterypower systemsacross the nation. The daily activities oftheField Operations Technicianinclude bothhands-on field work and in-office preparation andmeetings. Field work includes preventative maintenance and correctivemaintenance of existing commercial PV systems, as well as testing, job safety planning,troubleshooting,inspectionand commissioning of newassets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field Operations Technicians willbe available to travel andperform the following functionswith a group or alone asrequiredon a daily basis:

• Testing,diagnosing,and troubleshooting existing PV systemsin the field and remotely

• Inspectingand reviewing commissioning documentationandsupporting the construction team with thecommissioningofnewly constructedsolarassets asrequired

• Conducting maintenance inspections and providing reports onfindings

• Coordinatingand supportingthe operations teamwiththeprompt resolution of system outages and analyzing system performance via online monitoringand data trackingsystems

• Performing quality control inspections as necessary

• Preparing quotes for corrective maintenance

• Participating in both formal and "in the field" training and programs

• ApplyingStandard SolarandOSHA’ssafetypolicies andprinciplesat all times

• Maintaining an awareness of the latest construction technologies,materials, and test procedures relevant to the industry

• Reporting work progress, plans, issues, and problems tomanagementin accordance withCompany policies and procedures

• Maintaining respectful and professional working relationships with clients and developing professional relationships with potentialclients

• Supporting asset operations by beingon-callfor emergency and weekend support on a rotating basis

• Meeting and/or exceeding established performanceobjectivesasdefined and communicated by management

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diplomaisrequired

• Minimum of(4) years ofhands-onelectrical experienceas anApprentice Electricianandqualifyingexperiencedemonstratingeligibility to sit for theJourneymanCertification examination

• Troubleshooting logic and strong organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Proficiencyandexperiencewiththe National Electric Code(NEC)

• Competency with Microsoft Office

• Journeymanor Master Electrician certification is preferred

• Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, ElectricalEngineering or related disciplineis preferred.

• Experience with MODBUS control schemes and data acquisition systemsis preferred

• NABCEP PVInstallation Professional(PVIP)certificationis preferred

• OSHA trainingis preferred

• Must successfully pass background check and pre-employment drug testing.

• Mustbe authorized towork in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

POSITION ROUTINELY INTERFACES WITH:

• Customers, subcontractors,general public, all employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Conducts work in both a field-type environment and a professional officesetting with travel to jobsites.

Physical working conditions may involve the following:

• Lifting upto75pounds.

• Extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, reaching, and/or bending.

• Extended periods of reading fine print on a computer or in paper-based format.

• Climbing ladders and working from heights

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Routine aspects of this position may require the following non-physical demands:

• Analytical and logical reasoning.

• Problem solving and researching skills.

• Time management and organizational skills.

• Constructionand general electricalskills.

POTENTIAL HAZARDS:

Routine aspects of this position may place the incumbent in situations where they may be susceptible to potential hazards from the following:

• Trips,slipsand/or falls while on customer property.

• Chemical abrasives are used in office and kitchen cleaning.

• Lifting items up to75pounds in weight.

• Other hazardous conditions on customer premises, not otherwise defined here.

StandardSolarisEOE/AA/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabledemployer.