Solar Field Service Technician (Girvin, TX) (Temp-to-Hire)

SOLV Energy, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is hiring a Solar Field Service Technician, Level 1 to perform field maintenance and learn safe work practices in the solar industry.

This full-time, on-site role is located at a jobsite in Girvin, TX, with management assigning essential functions and the potential to transition from a contingent position to a permanent role after training. The role emphasizes safety, equipment service across several solar plants, basic testing and documentation, and on-call support as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; vocational training a plus.
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• NFPA 70e Safety Training certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safety is the top priority and enforced for all employees.
• Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.
• Service solar equipment at multiple solar plants under supervision.
• Perform basic testing, troubleshooting and maintenance using monitoring programs.
• Respond on-call for emergency repairs as directed by supervisor.
• Prepare accurate documentation and reports of work performed.

Skills

Safety training

Electrical systems

Lock Out/Tag Out

English communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Testing equipment

Vehicle operation

Job description

_ SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. _

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

This role will begin as a contingent position with the potential to transition to a permanent position.

The Solar Field Service Technician, Level 1 will perform field maintenance and learn to follow safe work practices of the solar industry.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Girvin, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

*This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working
• Work safely under all circumstances, seek guidanceregardingunfamiliar work to ensure safety and understanding of tasks to be performed.
• Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.
• Service solar equipment in multiple solar plants under supervision
• Perform basic solar equipment testing,troubleshootingand maintenance tasks under supervision andutilizingmonitoring programs.
• Replace or repair solar parts and/or equipment under supervision.
• Respond “on‐call” as directed by supervisor toassistin emergency equipment repairs.
• Prepareaccuratedocumentation andrequiredreports of work performed
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned
• Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate onnew technologies, and coordinate with EPC managementregardingthe implementation of these improvements
• Uphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.

Objectivesor Goals to Measure Performance:

• Successful completion of applicable solar work safety and technical training program
• Adherence to Company policies and procedures
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices
• Customer/Client satisfactionImproved personal professional growth and education
• Positive project team attitude
• Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training orpreviouswork experience.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated ability toidentifyand perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems.
• Demonstrated basic understanding ofa solarinstallation/plant.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of testing equipment
• Basic computer operation skills
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification
• Remain current in all safety and technicaltrainings.
• Effective verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Effective organizational skills
• Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
• Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory drivingrecordand ability tooperatecompanyvehicle.
• Able totravel(up to 10%) fortraining, certifications, and site coverage.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

• Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals
• Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more.
• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, andpossessdepthperception.
• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places.
• The noise intensity level may be high.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation Range:

$25.02 - $31.27

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Job Number: J14115

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.