Field Solar Technician - Travel PV Maintenance Expert

Ecotal; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

401(k) match

Wellness stipend

Family planning stipend

Parental leave

Job summary

Ecotal is seeking a Field Service Technician (Level 3) with utility-scale solar experience to perform preventative maintenance on PV systems, respond to corrective maintenance cases, and ensure safe operation.

The role covers on-site troubleshooting, DC/AC testing, reporting, and travel to project sites near Uvalde, Texas. Requires 3–4+ years PV maintenance, SCADA/DAS/UPS familiarity, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years PV maintenance experience
• Experience with SCADA/DAS and UPS systems
• Able to operate testing equipment including thermographic inspection and IV curve tracing
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and electrical diagrams
• Proficient with MS Office and reporting tools
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar PV facilities.
• Perform DC and AC testing: polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, insulation resistance, IV curve tracing.
• Maintain vehicles, tools and spare parts inventory.
• Create service reports and operability/ downtime reports.
• Identify and address safety hazards; respond to emergencies as directed.

Skills

PV maintenance

SCADA/DAS/UPS

Electrical testing

Diagnostics

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

Tools

Thermographic Inspection

IV Curve Tracing

Megger testing

Ground Fault Detection

Job description

Ecotal is seeking a Field Service Technician (Level 3) with utility-scale solar experience to perform preventative maintenance on PV systems, respond to corrective maintenance cases, and ensure safe operation.

The role covers on-site troubleshooting, DC/AC testing, reporting, and travel to project sites near Uvalde, Texas. Requires 3–4+ years PV maintenance, SCADA/DAS/UPS familiarity, and a valid driver’s license.