Field Service Technician

Cypress Creek Renewables; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

401(k) Match

Medical, dental, vision

Wellness stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Phone Bill Reimbursement

Job summary

Cypress Creek Energy is seeking a Field Service Technician (Level 3) in the McKinney, Texas area. This full-time position requires up to 100% travel to project sites across North Dallas, East Texas, and Central Texas, performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on solar PV systems.

Ideal candidates have NABCEP Certification and 3–4+ years of PV maintenance, including DC and AC systems, network monitoring, and related testing tools.

Qualifications

• NABCEP Certification preferred.
• 3-4+ years of PV maintenance experience.
• Experience with PV DC operations, AC MV systems and network monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on solar PV facilities.
• Conduct DC and AC testing including polarity checks, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication and insulation resistance tests, and IV curve tracing.
• Maintain service vehicle, tools, meters, and spare parts inventory.
• Create service reports and update inventory records.
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective actions.
• Respond to on-call emergencies as directed by supervisor.

Skills

NABCEP Certification

PV maintenance

SCADA experience

DAS & UPS experience

IV Curve Tracing

Thermographic Inspection

Ground Fault Detection

OSHA 10

Valid Driver's License

Tools

SCADA

DAS

UPS systems

Meggers

Job description

Do you desire to be part of an exciting, emerging industry with an opportunity for great personal experience and growth? Cypress Creek is seeking an enthusiastic individual to play an important role in this fast-moving, nimble solar IPP.

Currently, we have one opening in McKinney, Texas area for a full-time a Field Service Technician with the ability to travel up to 100%.

The Company

As the Operations and Maintenance arm of Cypress Creek Energy, Cypress Creek Solutions supports one of the nation’s largest renewable energy portfolios, helping ensure critical energy infrastructureoperatessafely, efficiently, and reliably for the customers and communities that depend on it. The energy industry is entering one of the most significant periods of growth in its history, making our work more important than ever.

We believe great infrastructure starts with great people. Whether you are working in the field, supporting projects remotely, or helping solve challenges from our NERC-registered Control Center, you will be part of a team that values safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We invest in professional growth and believe some of the best learning comes from meaningful responsibility. You’llhave opportunities to take ownership, solve complex challenges, expand yourexpertise, and advance your career while contributing to work that keeps critical infrastructure running every day. Join us and build a rewarding career in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the energy industry.

The Role

CCE is seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility-scale solar experience to perform required preventative maintenance activities on solar PV systems. The Field Service Technician (Level 3) will also respond to corrective maintenance cases to troubleshoot, test, and repair PV systems ensuring they are following safe practices while working

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting on-site routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities


• DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing


• Maintaining the vehicle, tools, meters and truck stock


• Creating service reports and maintaining spare parts inventory


• Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards


• Create operability and major issue/downtime reports


• Respond on-call for emergencies as directed by your supervisor

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• NABCEP Certified Installation Professional


• 3-4+ years of experience PV maintenance, including PV DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, network communications and monitoring


• Experience with operation of SCADA, DAS and UPS systems


• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, IV Curve Tracing, Meggers, Ground Fault Detection


• Experience in all aspects of PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring


• Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found


• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices


• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams


• Proficiency with MS Office suite


• Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight


• Valid Driver’s License


• OSHA 10 HR Training


• NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in workplace


• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends


• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Work is to be performed in the field and in the office.


• Excellent attendance and punctuality


• Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices


• Positive project team attitude


• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; hard hat, arc flash protection, safety glasses, hearing protection)


• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.


• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

We value strong teamwork and dedication to detailed execution in a fast-paced startup atmosphere. Cypress is seeking an enthusiastic, self-starter to play an important role in a fast-growing energy company.

Location

This is a 100% travel-based role based near McKinney, Texas. The individual in this role will be deployed to project sites in North Dallas, East Texas, and Central Texas based on business and project needs. Frequent and extended travel is required.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.


• 401(k) Match


• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance


• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Phone Bill Reimbursement
  
• Company Swag

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Energy Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCE and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

Cypress Creek Energy is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.