Remote Robot Operator & Solar Site Technician

Nextracker Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Dental and vision

401(K) participation including company

Unlimited paid time off

Generous discretionary company bonuses

Life and disability protection

Stock compensation

Job summary

Nextpower seeks a Robot Operator / Service Technician to manage and service advanced robotic systems at solar sites. You will monitor, operate remotely, perform on-site maintenance, and assist in deployments to ensure optimal site performance.

You will travel extensively (up to 60%), work in varied outdoor environments, and collaborate with engineers to diagnose issues, log data, and ensure safety across all missions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical education a plus.
• Experience in robotics operation or maintenance preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety.
• Willingness to travel to solar sites up to 60% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Daily robot operation and remote monitoring of solar-site robots.
• On-site field support and safety compliance.
• Troubleshooting, maintenance, and on-site repairs.
• Assist deployment and testing of robotic systems.
• Data logging of mission performance and travel logs.
• Report status to operations and engineering teams.
• Travel to solar field sites up to 60% as needed.

Skills

Robotics operation

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nextpower seeks a Robot Operator / Service Technician to manage and service advanced robotic systems at solar sites. You will monitor, operate remotely, perform on-site maintenance, and assist in deployments to ensure optimal site performance.

You will travel extensively (up to 60%), work in varied outdoor environments, and collaborate with engineers to diagnose issues, log data, and ensure safety across all missions.