Field Support Specialist (AZ/NM/UT)

Solv-Energy-1; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Field Support Specialist to provide advanced corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support across multiple solar facilities. This on-site role travels extensively throughout the Western region and involves detailed electrical testing of high and medium voltage systems, inverters, and substations.

You will act as a regional technical resource, support escalated issues, and contribute to safety, documentation, and process improvements in a dynamic solar

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent; technical training a plus.
• Associates degree or certificate in electronics, electrical technology, or mechanics preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in utility-scale solar or related electrical power industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing and repair of solar equipment.
• Travel extensively to support corrective maintenance across multiple sites (approx. 75%).
• Coordinate with site personnel and management during maintenance activities.
• Maintain thorough documentation including work orders and technical reports.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree or Certificate in Electronics/Electrical Technology

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

Job description

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.Job Description Summary: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 Western region (Arizona, New Mexico, Utah). Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.Job Description:*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 workingAble to perform all essential Solar Field Service Technician Level II or Level III job responsibilitiesPerform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing, and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervisionServe as a regional technical resource for corrective maintenance activities, NCS items, and escalated troubleshooting issues across multiple sitesTravel extensively (approximately 75 percent) to support corrective maintenance activities throughout the assigned regionPerform detailed electrical testing, troubleshooting, and repair of low, medium, and high voltage systems, including inverters, combiners, trackers, MV equipment, and substation-adjacent componentsUtilize system monitoring applications, SCADA, and plant data to diagnose system-level and equipment-level issuesSupport root cause analysis efforts and provide technical recommendations to prevent repeat failuresCoordinate with site personnel, Field Service Leads, OCC, Project Management Teams, and other internal stakeholders during corrective maintenance activitiesAccurately account for time, materials, and corrective actions expended in the performance of job responsibilitiesMaintain a high standard of documentation, including detailed work orders, corrective action reports, NCS closeout documentation, and technical summariesOperate service equipment safely and maintain required records related to equipment and systemsUnderstand, follow, and communicate safety regulations, site-specific procedures, and work controlsSupport training and technical knowledge sharing with site technicians as needed during corrective activitiesAssess safety concerns and exercise Stop Work authority when conditions warrantAssess and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with management regarding implementation of improvementsChampion diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy cultureComplete other responsibilities as assignedMinimum Skills or Experience Requirements:High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational or Technical School training a plusAssociates Degree or Certificate in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Mechanics preferredMinimum three years of experience in utility-scale solar and/or a related electrical power industryStrong corrective maintenance and troubleshooting background requiredDemonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practicesDemonstrated advanced knowledge of electrical testing and troubleshooting equipmentStrong working knowledge of utility-scale solar systems, protection devices, control systems, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-plant equipmentStrong working knowledge of DC electrical theory and advanced troubleshooting methods for safe and effective work within photovoltaic (PV) arraysAbility to troubleshoot network, communications, and telemetry-related issuesFamiliarity with substation operations, including switching plans, one-line diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentationAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, wiring diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentationStrong computer operation skills, including CMMS, system monitoring applications, and standard office softwareDemonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate, and thorough technical documentation and reportsValid OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred)Valid NFPA 70E Safety Training certification requiredInverter Field Application Specialist (FAS) certifications or other relevant electrical certifications are not required, but are considered a strong plusSubstation training and/or certifications highly recommendedRemain current in all safety and technical trainingsEffective verbal and written English language communication skillsEffective organizational and time management skills, especially in a multi-site support roleAbility 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 assignmentsValid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to operate company vehiclePhysical Demands and Environmental Conditions:Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicalsRequires frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or moreConstant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depth perceptionOccasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access placesThe noise intensity level may be highApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt 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 Range:$38.72 - $50.34Pay Rate Type:HourlyPlease be aware that all official communications from SOLV Energy will come exclusively from email addresses ending in @solvenergy.com. Any emails originating from other domains should not be considered affiliated with or authorized by our organization.SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.Job Number: J12774If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.