Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician

Westinghouse Electric; United States; On-site; USD 44,083 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid vacations

Health benefits

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric is seeking a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician – Distributed Generation (DG) for Avon, NY. This 4‑month W‑2 contract supports energization through repairs across multiple sites, with travel up to 75%.

You will commission new DG solar installations, troubleshoot PV systems, and coordinate with engineers and contractors while ensuring safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or cert helpful.
• 2+ years hands-on solar PV installation or commissioning.
• Working knowledge of DC/AC systems up to medium voltage.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers).
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel up to 75%.
• NABCEP PVIP or Associate certification helpful.
• Experience with single-axis tracker platforms.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning – execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations.
• Troubleshooting & repair of PV modules, inverters, trackers, and related components.
• Troubleshoot single-axis tracker systems (Valmont, Terrasmart, etc.).
• Electrical testing and inspection of AC/DC systems; IV tracing; grounding checks.
• Maintain commissioning records, as‑built markup, and repair logs.
• Ensure safety compliance per OSHA/NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and provide technical oversight.

Skills

Solar PV installation

Commissioning

Electrical testing

SCADA awareness

Safety training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical cert in electrical tech or solar

NABCEP PVIP or Associate cert helpful

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

IV curve tracers

Meggers

SCADA familiarity

Job description

About the role:

This is a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician – 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 commissioning and repairing distributed generation solar facilities, supporting DG solar assets from initial energization to corrective repairs, coordinating with contractors, engineers, and operations teams across multiple sites to ensure safe and specification‑compliant performance. Location: Avon NY 14414. 4‑month contract assignment (W‑2).

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 (incl. Valmont and similar platforms), 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 OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards including arc‑flash PPE and 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 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 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
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel frequently
• NABCEP PVIP or Associate certification helpful
• Experience with single‑axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies, etc.)
• Familiarity with Also Energy SCADA and remote monitoring systems; OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Experience working on brownfield, landfill, or environmentally sensitive sites
• Physical: 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.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and income protection benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid vacations for qualifying positions

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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