Solar Field Lead Technician & Trainer

Carolina Solar Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Bonus 10% of gross wages

401k with company contribution

Medical insurance (employee focus)

Dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Laptop and cell phone

Company vehicle access

Travel reimbursement at GSA rates

Long term disability

On-call bonus

Job summary

Carolina Solar Services seeks a Senior Solar Technician to lead field service activities and mentor junior technicians in the Columbia, SC area. The role focuses on safe, timely completion of service obligations and field leadership for telecoms and utility-scale solar facilities.

The position requires hands-on troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance experience with PV systems, electrical theory, and safety standards. Travel, on-call duties, and overtime are expected.

Qualifications

• 3 years field experience in utility solar PV or 6 years of related experience
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record to operate a company vehicle
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, including weekends on-call as needed

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repairing utility scale solar generators
• Lead commissioning, quality assurance inspection, or preventive maintenance work as needed
• Provide timely Field Service Reports back to Operations staff for delivery to client
• Provide on-the-job training to less experienced field staff, be a leader in safe and proper work practices
• Perform vegetative maintenance as required
• Ensure a premium level of customer service
• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call schedule
• Occasional overtime work and overnight travel required

Skills

OSHA 1910.269 NFPA 70E

Verbal and written communication

Electrical theory

PV power generation

Team leadership

Safety management

Field troubleshooting

On-site maintenance

Job description

Carolina Solar Services seeks a Senior Solar Technician to lead field service activities and mentor junior technicians in the Columbia, SC area. The role focuses on safe, timely completion of service obligations and field leadership for telecoms and utility-scale solar facilities.

The position requires hands-on troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance experience with PV systems, electrical theory, and safety standards. Travel, on-call duties, and overtime are expected.