Solar Field Technician - Batteries & Generators

Otovo SRL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our renewable energy team in Chicago. You will service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial solar systems, battery storage, and generators, delivering reliable energy solutions.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in electrical work, hold a state license, and can read schematics. You will travel locally, work outdoors, and uphold safety standards while providing excellent customer service at homeowner sites.

Qualifications

• Electrical experience of 4+ years required.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• State-required electrical certification or license (Journeyman, Wireman, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair solar panels, inverters, batteries, generators, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance including panel cleaning, wiring inspections, inverter testing, and battery health assessments.
• Commission new systems and upgrades while ensuring NEC, AHJ, and utility requirements.
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, clamp meters, and thermal imaging equipment.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and photo documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures including PPE usage, lockout/tagout processes, and fall protection requirements.
• Respond to emergency service calls and warranty-related repairs as needed.
• Communicate effectively with homeowners and customers regarding system status and repair recommendations.
• Represent Otovo professionally at customer sites.

Skills

Electrical experience

Read electrical schematics

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State electrical certification or license

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging

Job description

Otovo is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our renewable energy team in Chicago. You will service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial solar systems, battery storage, and generators, delivering reliable energy solutions.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in electrical work, hold a state license, and can read schematics. You will travel locally, work outdoors, and uphold safety standards while providing excellent customer service at homeowner sites.