Field Support Specialist

SOLV Energy, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking a Field Support Specialist to provide advanced corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support for solar facilities across the region. This full-time, site-based role involves extensive travel and collaboration with project teams to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will perform detailed electrical testing, support root-cause analysis, and document actions while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; technical training is a plus.
• Minimum three years in utility-scale solar or electrical power industry.
• Strong corrective maintenance and troubleshooting background.
• Demonstrated safe electrical and mechanical practices.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment.
• Experience with PV arrays, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient with CMMS and standard office software; clear documentation.
• OSHA 10 and NFPA 70E certifications required; other electrical certs are a plus.
• Able to travel ~75% and work independently at remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing, and repair of solar equipment.
• Serve as regional technical resource for escalated issues across multiple sites.
• Travel extensively to support maintenance activities in the region.
• Conduct detailed electrical testing on HV and LV systems including inverters and substations.
• Utilize SCADA and plant data to diagnose system-level issues.
• Support root-cause analysis and recommend preventive measures.
• Prepare thorough technical reports and maintain documentation.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

SCADA

Safety procedures

DC electrical theory

PV arrays

Networking issues

Substation operations

Documentation

English communication

Time management

On-site travel

Driver's license

Education

Associates Degree or Certificate in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Mechanics

Tools

CMMS

SCADA systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. The Field Support Specialist will provide advanced corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support across multiple solar facilities. This role functions as a regional technical resource, supporting escalated technical issues, non-conformance items, and complex system-level failures while traveling extensively throughout the assigned region. This role is located full-time on a jobsite, and will require travel throughout the ____ region. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Position Responsibilities and Duties: Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working Able to perform all essential Solar Field Service Technician Level II or Level III job responsibilities Perform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing, and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision Serve as a regional technical resource for corrective maintenance activities, NCS items, and escalated troubleshooting issues across multiple sites Travel extensively (approximately 75 percent) to support corrective maintenance activities throughout the assigned region Perform detailed electrical testing, troubleshooting, and repair of low, medium, and high voltage systems, including inverters, combiners, trackers, MV equipment, and substation‑adjacent components Utilize system monitoring applications, SCADA, and plant data to diagnose system-level and equipment-level issues Support root cause analysis efforts and provide technical recommendations to prevent repeat failures Coordinate with site personnel, Field Service Leads, OCC, Project Management Teams, and other internal stakeholders during corrective maintenance activities Accurately account for time, materials, and corrective actions expended in the performance of job responsibilities Maintain a high standard of documentation, including detailed work orders, corrective action reports, NCS closeout documentation, and technical summaries Operate service equipment safely and maintain required records related to equipment and systems Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations, site‑specific procedures, and work controls Support training and technical knowledge sharing with site technicians as needed during corrective activities Assess safety concerns and exercise Stop Work authority when conditions warrant Assess and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with management regarding implementation of improvements Champion diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational or Technical School training a plus Associates Degree or Certificate in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Mechanics preferred
• Minimum three years of experience in utility‑scale solar and/or a related electrical power industry
• Strong corrective maintenance and troubleshooting background required
• Demonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practices
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment
• Strong working knowledge of utility‑scale solar systems, protection devices, control systems, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters, transformers, and balance‑of‑plant equipment
• Strong working knowledge of DC electrical theory and advanced troubleshooting methods for safe and effective work within photovoltaic (PV) arrays
• Ability to troubleshoot network, communications, and telemetry‑related issues
• Familiarity with substation operations, including switching plans, one‑line diagrams, field drawings, and as‑built documentation
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one‑lines, wiring diagrams, field drawings, and as‑built documentation
• Strong computer operation skills, including CMMS, system monitoring applications, and standard office software
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate, and thorough technical documentation and reports
• Valid OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred)
• Valid NFPA 70E Safety Training certification required
• Inverter Field Application Specialist (FAS) certifications or other relevant electrical certifications are not required, but are considered a strong plus
• Substation training and/or certifications highly recommended
• Remain current in all safety and technical trainings
• Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills, especially in a multi‑site support role
• Ability to work independently at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
• Ability to work on an on‑call basis (may include weekends or after‑hours situations)
• Ability to travel extensively (approximately 75 percent), including overnight and extended assignments
• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to operate company vehicle

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicals Requires frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depth perception Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places The noise intensity level may be high

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

SOLV Energy Is An Equal Opportunity Employer At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $38.72 - $50.34 Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Job Number: J14111

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry. We design, build and maintain utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation facilities across the United States. Our teams support projects from early engineering through long term operations and maintenance, giving employees opportunities to contribute across the full energy lifecycle. Our mission centers on strengthening communities and advancing the energy workforce. We focus on delivering projects that support long term economic growth and create pathways for skilled careers across the country. That commitment guides how we work with customers and how we support one another, rooted in our core values of Safety, Quality, Innovation and Teamwork. As a national organization, we offer broad opportunities to grow your career. Whether you work in the field or in an office role, you’ll find space to develop your skills, explore new directions and build a career that makes an impact. No matter where you begin, you join a capable team driving energy forward and helping build the foundation for the next generation of power in the U.S. Learn more at solvenergy.com