Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Town of Avon (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC is seeking a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician for the Distributed Generation (DG) Operations group in Avon, NY. The role covers commissioning and repair of DG solar facilities across multiple sites, coordinating with contractors and engineers to ensure safe operation and adherence to designs.

The technician will execute commissioning plans, diagnose electrical issues, and document activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Solar Energy, or related field helpful.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in solar PV installation or commissioning.
• Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems up to medium voltage.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers).
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Must be able to work outdoors and travel frequently.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or Associate certification is helpful.
• Experience with single-axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies).
• Familiarity with Also Energy SCADA and remote monitoring systems; OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience working on brownfield or environmentally sensitive sites.
• Physical: lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning — Execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations including inverter startup, tracker system verification, SCADA/communications validation, and interconnection testing.
• Troubleshooting & Repair — Diagnose and repair issues with PV modules, inverters, combiners, trackers and balance-of-system components.
• Tracker Systems — Troubleshoot and repair single-axis trackers, motor replacement, MCC card diagnostics, and RMA processing.
• Electrical Systems — Test and inspect AC/DC electrical systems including IV tracing and grounding verification.
• Documentation — Maintain commissioning records, as-built markups, punch lists, repair logs; submit RMA forms and warranty claims.
• Safety & Compliance — Follow OSHA/NFPA 70E and PPE requirements; lockout/tagout procedures.
• Contractor Coordination — Work with EPC contractors and subcontractors during commissioning phases and provide technical oversight for repair activities.
• Site Reporting — Communicate daily site status, outstanding issues, and milestones to project management.

Skills

PV installation

Electrical testing

SCADA/remote monitoring

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/technical cert in Electrical Technology or Solar

Tools

SCADA systems

IV curve tracers

Megger/insulation testers

Job description

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A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our professionals each day.

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

This is a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician Department: Distributed Generation (DG) Operations

Reports To: Lead Project Manager / Operations Manager

Travel Required: Up to 75%

The DG Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician is responsible for the commissioning and repair of distributed generation solar facilities. You will support the DG solar assets from initial energization and system verification through corrective repairs. The technician will work across multiple sites, coordinating with contractors, engineers, and operations teams to ensure systems perform safely and to design specifications.Location: Avon NY 14414

Key Responsibilities:

• Commissioning — Execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations including inverter startup, tracker system verification, SCADA/communications validation, and utility interconnection testing
• Troubleshooting & Repair — Diagnose and repair issues with PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, solar trackers, motor control cards, and balance-of-system components
• Tracker Systems — Troubleshoot and repair single-axis tracker systems (including Valmont and similar platforms), including motor replacement, MCC card diagnostics, and RMA processing
• Electrical Systems — Perform testing and inspection of AC/DC electrical systems including string testing, IV curve tracing, thermal imaging, and grounding verification
• Documentation — Maintain accurate commissioning records, as-built markups, punch lists, and repair logs; submit RMA forms and support warranty claims
• Safety & Compliance — Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards including arc flash PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures
• Contractor Coordination — Work alongside EPC contractors and subcontractors during commissioning phases and provide technical oversight for repair activities
• Site Reporting — Communicate daily site status, outstanding issues, and completion milestones to the project management team

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Solar Energy, or related field helpful.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience in solar PV installation or commissioning
• Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems up to medium voltage
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Must have the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel frequently
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or Associate certification is helpful.
• Experience with single-axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies, etc.)
• Familiarity with Also Energy SCADA and remote monitoring systems OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience working on brownfield, landfill, or environmentally sensitive sites
• Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $32.00/hr. to $37.00/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

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WECTEC LLC and WECTEC Staffing Services LLC are subsidiaries of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC