Solar Field Service Technician I

Pearce Services; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, &amp

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Company 401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Company vehicle + devices

Job summary

Pearce Services seeks a Solar Field Service Technician I to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain utility-scale PV systems on large solar farms, not residential rooftops. You’ll work on inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits, ensuring safety and on-schedule completion.

This 100% travel role requires 1–2+ years of utility-scale solar experience, OSHA/NFPA 70E knowledge, and basic computer skills. Pearce provides a company vehicle, tools, and safety equipment for site work.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of utility-scale solar experience in solar farms or ground-mount systems.
• Experience with megawatt-scale PV systems and strong electrical troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of OSHA/NFPA 70E safety standards.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair utility-scale solar systems, including inverters and string circuits.
• Perform testing: LOTO, IV curve tracing, insulation testing, IR scans.
• O&M on utility-scale solar plants.
• Inspect completed work for quality and safety.
• Enforce OSHA/NFPA 70E on-site safety requirements.
• Diagnose system issues in the field and resolve them.
• Complete work orders and service logs; document activities.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle and tools.

Skills

Utility-scale solar

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Field service

MS Office

Tools

Multimeters

Megger

Clamp meters

Testing equipment

Job description

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com .

Your Impact

As a Solar Field Service Technician I (Utility-Scale / PV Repair), you’ll work on large, utility-scale solar farms—not residential or rooftop systems. You’ll handle troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of ground-mount solar systems, central/string inverters, and power plant equipment. You’re responsible for making sure work is done safely, correctly, and on schedule.

This is a 100% travel position.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair utility-scale solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits
• Perform testing: LOTO, IV curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, IR scans
• Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) on utility-scale solar plants
• Inspect completed work and ensure it meets quality and safety standards
• Enforce safety requirements (OSHA, NFPA 70E) on-site
• Diagnose system issues and resolve them in the field
• Complete work orders, service logs, and required documentation
• Operate and maintain company vehicle and tools

Core Experience (Utility-Scale Required)

• 1-2+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)
• Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (NOT residential rooftop solar)
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills (inverters, DC systems, power electronics)
• Experience with solar O&M / maintenance work
• Working knowledge of OSHA / NFPA 70E safety standards
• Experience using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and testing equipment
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Physical / Work Environment

• Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
• 100% travel role (frequent travel to solar farm sites)
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust)
• Must follow all OSHA and company safety requirements

Compensation:

$20.00-$25.00 hourly/DOE

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company‑matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.