Solar Field Service Technician - Level 2 (Tulia, TX)

SOLV Energy, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Solar Field Service Technician (Level 2) for a full-time, on-site role at a Tulia, TX site. You will perform testing, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on solar equipment, with safety as the top priority and clear documentation of work performed.

The role requires experience with electrical and mechanical systems, familiarity with monitoring platforms, and the ability to train junior technicians while staying current on safety trainings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; technical training is a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70e safety training required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work safely with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with system monitoring tools such as Locus, QOS, Vitals or RTDB.
• Ability to create and manage tickets in the Sprocket system.
• Willingness to work on-call and at remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform solar equipment testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair with minimal supervision.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems on solar equipment and systems with minimal supervision.
• Operate service equipment safely and maintain required records.
• Provide on-call service at assigned solar facilities.
• Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed.
• Create tickets from start to finish with time and materials tracked in Sprocket.
• Supervise and provide ongoing training for Solar Technician Level I employees.

Skills

OSHA 30 certification

NFPA 70e training

Driver’s license

Electrical safety

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Locus

QOS

Vitals

RTDB

Sprocket system

Job description

Solar Field Service Technician (Level 2)

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Tulia, TX.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

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

• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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

Compensation Range: $27.18 - $33.97 Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Employer Brand & Culture

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