Solar & Battery Systems Field Technician

Otovo SRL; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Benefits included

Local travel required

Job summary

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

This hands-on role requires solid electrical experience, the ability to read schematics, and a customer-first mindset as you support clean energy adoption. Local travel and overtime may be required.

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.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Willingness to travel locally and work overtime.

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.
• Use 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.
• 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

Read schematics

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging equipment

Job description

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

This hands-on role requires solid electrical experience, the ability to read schematics, and a customer-first mindset as you support clean energy adoption. Local travel and overtime may be required.