Solar Field Service Technician - Level 2 (Paint Rock, TX)

SOLV Energy, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with vacation

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Solar Field Service Technician Level 2 to perform field maintenance and troubleshooting on solar facilities. This on-site role is based at a Paint Rock, TX jobsite, with a focus on safe operations and accountable documentation of work performed.

The position requires OSHA 30 and NFPA 70e certifications, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work at remote locations, including on-call shifts. Compensation is hourly and company benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational/technical training a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification is required.
• NFPA 70e Safety Training certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work at remote locations and be on-call, including weekends or after-hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform field maintenance and troubleshooting on solar facilities with minimal supervision.
• Test and diagnose electrical and mechanical systems in solar equipment.
• Document time and materials accurately; create tickets from start to finish in Sprocket system.
• Provide on-site safety leadership and train other technicians as needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain records of work performed.
• Communicate clearly with EPC management on process improvements.

Skills

Safety awareness

English communication

Team collaboration

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical training

Tools

Locus

QOS

Vitals

RTDB

Sprocket

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: The Solar Field Service Technician (Level 2) will be responsible for performing field maintenance and troubleshooting on solar facilities, be self-sufficient, and have a greater understanding of PV systems. This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Paint Rock, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working
• Able to perform all essential Solar Technician I job responsibilities
• Perform solar equipment testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems on solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision
• Perform basic diagnostic responsibilities utilizing system monitoring applications to identify issues and determine appropriate responses. Example: Locus, QOS, Vitals, RTDB, or various monitoring platforms
• Perform maintenance and diagnostic responsibilities utilizing system monitoring applications
• Accurately account for time and material costs expended in the performance of job responsibilities
• Operate service equipment safely and maintain required records related to equipment/systems
• Provide “on‑call” service at assigned solar facilities
• Understand, follow and communicate safety regulations and work procedures
• Supervise and provide ongoing training for Solar Technician Level I employees
• Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed
• Able to create a ticket from start to completion that affectively communicates the work performed. Including tracking time and materials as well as work performed through the Sprocket system.
• Use of Sprocket system to effectively complete equipment PM inspections and identify corrective actions if issues are found.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned
• Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements
• Champion diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus
• Demonstrated ability to recognize work hazards and mitigate using proper tools and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to identify energized and de-energized electrical parts, identify all incoming power sources, and safely de-energize sources before beginning work training or previous work experience
• Demonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment
• Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems
• Basic computer operation skills ability to operate system monitoring applications
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Valid OSHA 30 certification
• Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification
• Remain current in all safety and technical trainings
• 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)
• Ability to work with other techs to be able to complete tasks with these team members
• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle
• Ability to assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns are raised

Benefits:

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$27.18 - $33.97 Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Please be aware that all official communications from SOLV Energy will come exclusively from email addresses ending in @solvenergy.com. Any emails originating from other domains should not be considered affiliated with or authorized by our organization. SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team. In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting. Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J14303

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.

We provide a meaningful career with a bright future. SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry. We design, build and maintain utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation facilities across the United States. Our teams support projects from early engineering through long term operations and maintenance, giving employees opportunities to contribute across the full energy lifecycle. Our mission centers on strengthening communities and advancing the energy workforce. We focus on delivering projects that support long term economic growth and create pathways for skilled careers across the country. That commitment guides how we work with customers and how we support one another, rooted in our core values of Safety, Quality, Innovation and Teamwork. As a national organization, we offer broad opportunities to grow your career. Whether you work in the field or in an office role, you’ll find space to develop your skills, explore new directions and build a career that makes an impact. No matter where you begin, you join a capable team driving energy forward and helping build the foundation for the next generation of power in the U.S. Learn more at solvenergy.com

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.

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.