Solar & Battery Field Technician (Pittsburgh)

Otovo; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service residential and commercial solar energy systems, batteries, and generators across Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. You’ll diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment, ensuring safety and quality at every visit.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years electrical experience, understands NEC and interconnection requirements, and can read schematics. Travel locally, lift up to 50 pounds, and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical experience and hands-on troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of NEC, AHJ, and utility interconnection.

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 compliance with NEC, AHJ, and utility requirements
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, clamp meters, and thermal imaging equipment
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and photo documentation
• Follow all safety procedures including PPE usage, lockout/tagout processes, and fall protection requirements
• Respond to emergency service calls and warranty-related repairs as needed
• Communicate effectively with homeowners and customers regarding system status and repair recommendations
• Represent Otovo professionally at customer sites

Skills

Electrical experience

Customer service

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging

Job description

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service residential and commercial solar energy systems, batteries, and generators across Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. You’ll diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment, ensuring safety and quality at every visit.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years electrical experience, understands NEC and interconnection requirements, and can read schematics. Travel locally, lift up to 50 pounds, and provide excellent customer service.