Solar Field Service Technician I (Operations and Maintenance)

pearceservices; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Pearce Renewables is seeking a Solar Field Service Technician I (O&M) to perform preventative and corrective maintenance at solar sites near San Jose, CA. You will handle documentation, troubleshooting of inverters, tracker systems, and substation equipment, and work safely in a dynamic field environment.

The role requires 1–2+ years in solar O&M, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and the ability to train others.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years' experience in Commercial/Industrial O&M on solar power plants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of Solar Utility and Sub-Station equipment.
• Documentation including work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency schedules.
• Troubleshoot electrical components with digital meters and related tools.
• Test and troubleshoot installed solar equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Adhere to safety practices including LOTO and JHA.
• Work solo or in a group, and travel as needed up to 25%.

Skills

O&M solar

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Inverters

Tracker systems

Substations equipment

Tools

Digital multimeters

Meggers

Amp clamps

Job description

Your Impact

The Solar Field Service Technician I (Operations and Maintenance) in the PEARCE Renewables Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs tasks involving physical labor at solar energy sites near San Jose, California. The Solar Field Service Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of solar power plants in accordance with established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while always maintaining safety and professionalism. These are local sites-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the San Jose, California areas.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of Solar Utility and Sub-Station equipment.
• Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules.
• Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
• Testing/troubleshooting installed solar equipment and ensuring proper working order.
• Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Able work in a solo as well as a group environment.
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
• Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

• 1-2+ years' experience in Commercial/Industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) on solar power plants is preferred.
• Preventative Maintenance experience on Solar Utility equipment is preferred.
• Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills.
• Specific solar experience with Inverters, Tracker Systems, or Sub-Stations Equipment (TMEIC/SMA/Sungrow/Nextracker/ATI, etc.) is preferred.
• Takes initiative to elevate issues at site.
• Ability to train, mentor, and develop laborers into Apprentices.
• High aptitude and a strong work ethic are a must.

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

Must live within approximately 50 miles of the San Jose, California areas.

Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.

Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).

Employment may require working on weekends and holidays, including an "on call" service availability via telephone/text message.

Travel requirements dependent on support of the company (up to 25% travel).

Compensation

Compensation: $24.00-$30.00 hourly/DOE

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$24 - $30 USD

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 opportunit