Solar & Battery Storage Field Technician - Hands-On & Local Travel

Otovo SRL; Alpine (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time with Benefits

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 San Diego County, CA (Alpine) and surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem solving, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the transition to clean energy.

Qualifications

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

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 and 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, lockout/tagout, and fall protection.

Skills

Read schematics

Customer service

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years electrical experience

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 San Diego County, CA (Alpine) and surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem solving, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the transition to clean energy.