Lead Solar Technician - O&M Specialist (Onsite, Overtime)

Samuel Knight Energy & Digital Infrastructure; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Truck and gas card

Certifications progression

Job summary

Samuel Knight Energy & Digital Infrastructure seeks a Lead Solar Technician in Maryland to oversee operations and maintenance of solar panel systems at large utility-scale sites.

You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair issues, and ensure safety compliance with opportunities for certification progression and overtime.

Ideal candidates have 1-2+ years of O&M on large solar projects, experience with AC/DC/PV systems, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of O&M experience on utility-scale solar farms or large commercial/industrial projects.
• Experience with AC, DC, and PV systems.
• Experience locating and troubleshooting ground faults.
• IV curve tracing and megging experience (either is fine, ideally both).
• OSHA certifications.
• Valid driver's license.
• Certifications available for progression.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on solar panel systems.
• Diagnose and repair, troubleshoot issues or malfunctions in the system.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently.
• Follow safety protocols and adhere to industry regulations.
• Keep accurate records of work performed.

Skills

O&M on solar farms

AC systems

DC systems

PV systems

Ground fault troubleshooting

IV curve tracing

Megging

OSHA certified

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Samuel Knight Energy & Digital Infrastructure seeks a Lead Solar Technician in Maryland to oversee operations and maintenance of solar panel systems at large utility-scale sites.

You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair issues, and ensure safety compliance with opportunities for certification progression and overtime.

Ideal candidates have 1-2+ years of O&M on large solar projects, experience with AC/DC/PV systems, and a valid driver’s license.