Senior Solar Field Technician – Troubleshooting Pro

Otovo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial solar energy systems, battery storage solutions, and generators in the New York area.

This role suits an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on work, solving complex problems, and delivering excellent customer service while supporting the clean energy transition.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of electrical experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong understanding of NEC, AHJ, and interconnection requirements.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience using electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to travel locally and work overtime as needed.
• State-required electrical certification or license (Journeyman, Wireman, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair solar panels, inverters, batteries, generators, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance including panel cleaning, wiring inspections, inverter testing, and battery health assessments.
• Commission new systems and upgrades while ensuring NEC/AHJ/utility compliance.
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, clamp meters, and thermal imaging equipment.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and photo documentation.
• Follow safety procedures including PPE usage, lockout/tagout, and fall protection.
• Respond to emergency service calls and warranty repairs as needed.
• Communicate with homeowners/customers regarding system status and recommendations.
• Represent Otovo professionally at customer sites.

Skills

Electrical experience

NEC knowledge

Reading electrical schematics

Diagnostic tools usage

Customer service

Physically able to lift

Willingness to travel locally

State electrical license or license- (

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical certification/license (Journeyman/Wireman)

Tools

Electrical diagnostic equipment

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging equipment

Job description

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial solar energy systems, battery storage solutions, and generators in the New York area.

This role suits an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on work, solving complex problems, and delivering excellent customer service while supporting the clean energy transition.