Renewable Energy Technician IV & V (Solar)

Suna Solutions; Mount Sterling (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Suna Solutions is seeking an experienced Renewable Energy Technician IV/V for onsite work in Sterling, OH. The role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, commissioning, and optimization of utility-scale solar and battery storage systems.

You will mentor Technicians I-III, lead safety and compliance efforts, and collaborate with engineering on upgrades. Excellent opportunity for career growth in renewable energy operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of renewable energy, electrical, or related experience.
• Experience with utility-scale solar and/or energy storage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting on solar + energy storage assets.
• Lead maintenance projects and mentor junior technicians.
• Coordinate with engineering teams on upgrades and retrofits.
• Maintain safety and compliance per OSHA, NFPA, NEC.
• Maintain maintenance records and use CMMS/DAS/SCADA.

Skills

Solar PV systems

BESS

Troubleshooting

Electrical testing

Leadership & mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

DAS

CMMS

Job description

Renewable Energy Technician IV / V (Solar & Energy Storage)

Location: Sterling, OH 43143 (Onsite)

Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $28.65 - $47.74 per hour (Based on Experience & Qualifications)

Power the Future of Renewable Energy

Are you an experienced Renewable Energy Technician looking to take your career to the next level? Join a growing team responsible for maintaining and optimizing utility-scale solar and energy storage assets. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge renewable energy technologies, lead complex maintenance projects, mentor technicians, and contribute to the reliability and performance of large-scale clean energy systems.

Position Overview

As a Renewable Energy Technician IV/V, you will perform advanced troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, commissioning, recommissioning, and repair activities on utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plants and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role requires a strong technical background, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to safety excellence.

Technicians at this level are expected to work independently, support continuous improvement initiatives, mentor junior technicians, and serve as subject matter experts for renewable energy operations.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on utility-scale solar and energy storage systems.
• Conduct advanced electrical testing, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on energized and de-energized systems.
• Perform live electrical work in accordance with company safety standards and industry regulations.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot medium- and high-voltage equipment, substations, collection systems, and distribution systems.
• Recommission solar and battery storage assets through:
• IV Curve Testing
• Insulation Resistance Testing
• Thermal/Infrared Imaging
• Irradiance & Performance Testing
• Battery Capacity & Efficiency Testing
• Support engineering teams with system upgrades, retrofits, and performance improvement projects.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and develop work instructions and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Leadership & Training

• Mentor, coach, and train Renewable Energy Technicians I-III.
• Evaluate and sign off on technician competencies and qualification requirements.
• Assist in developing technical training materials and best practices.
• Provide guidance to site personnel and contractors during maintenance and project activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Lead daily safety meetings and job hazard assessments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct equipment inspections and identify potential safety risks.
• Complete all required safety documentation and reporting.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, work orders, inventory documentation, and timekeeping records.
• Utilize CMMS, DAS, SCADA, and other operational software systems.
• Support warranty tracking and inventory management processes.

On-Call Support

• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to monitor plant performance and respond to equipment faults as needed.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of renewable energy, electrical, power generation, industrial maintenance, or related experience.
• Utility-scale solar and/or battery energy storage experience strongly preferred.

Required Certifications

• OSHA 10 Certification (or equivalent)
• GWO Basic Safety Training (BST)
• GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT)
• GWO Control of Hazardous Energies (CoHE)
• NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B (or equivalent)

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Advanced understanding of NEC requirements and electrical safety standards.
• Experience troubleshooting medium- and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and construction documents.
• Proficiency with diagnostic and testing equipment, including:
• Multimeters
• Megohmmeters
• Ammeters
• IV Curve Tracers
• Infrared Cameras
• Albedometers
• Inclinometers
• Experience with SCADA, DAS, CMMS, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and structures up to 300 feet.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Majority of work performed in the field at utility-scale renewable energy facilities.
• Exposure to high-voltage systems, moving mechanical equipment, and outdoor environments.
• Occasional office work involving reporting, planning, and system monitoring.
• Overtime, emergency call-outs, and occasional night work may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Suna Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal laws.

REQUESTING AN ACCOMODATION

Suna Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Suna Solutions and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT

Compensation for roles at Suna Solutions varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific client, office or remote location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Suna Solutions provides a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that Suna Solutions reasonably expects to pay for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below.