Junior Field Technician - Solar & Battery Install

Solanta; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Solanta is hiring a Jr. Field Technician to join an installation crew servicing the NYC metro area, including five boroughs, Hudson Valley and Long Island. Training is provided, with a 90-day probation period to assess learning and intent.

Role involves supporting solar, battery storage, roofing and electrical work on customer sites with supervision from crew leads and senior technicians. Expect 40–60 hours weekly, on-site, with OSHA 30 and NYC SST safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate (within 6 months) of a training program in solar, electrical, HVAC, waterproofing or related construction tech.
• Able to take direction from crew lead and senior technicians.
• Able to work in challenging environments and at heights.
• Meets essential physical requirements: standing, climbing, lifting.
• Punctual and works well in a crew.
• Has OSHA 30 and NYC SST safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing solar panels, racking and batteries as directed.
• Carry, set up and store tools and materials.
• Assist roofing and electrical tasks during installations.
• Follow safety rules and keep sites clean and organized.
• Ask questions when unsure and follow instructions.
• Be polite with customers and escalate questions to crew lead.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Adaptability

Customer-facing

Education

Training program in solar/electrical/HVAC

Job description

Solanta is hiring a Jr. Field Technician to join an installation crew servicing the NYC metro area, including five boroughs, Hudson Valley and Long Island. Training is provided, with a 90-day probation period to assess learning and intent.

Role involves supporting solar, battery storage, roofing and electrical work on customer sites with supervision from crew leads and senior technicians. Expect 40–60 hours weekly, on-site, with OSHA 30 and NYC SST safety requirements.