Solar & Battery Systems Field Technician

Otovo SRL; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range: $30.00 - $38.00 hourly

Full Time with Benefits

Location: San Antonio, TX

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.

This role suits an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on work, solving problems, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the transition to clean energy. The position requires local travel and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with variable outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• 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 all safety procedures including PPE usage, lockout/tagout and fall protection.
• Respond to emergency service calls and warranty repairs as needed.
• Communicate effectively with homeowners regarding system status and repair recommendations.
• Represent Otovo professionally at customer sites.

Skills

Electrical experience

Customer service

Reading schematics

Electrical diagnostic tools

Willingness to travel

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State electrical certification/licensing

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.

This role suits an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on work, solving problems, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the transition to clean energy. The position requires local travel and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with variable outdoor conditions.