Solar Field Technician – On-Call & Impactful Field Ops

Standard Solar; New England (GA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Solar’s Field Operations team is expanding rapidly. We seek qualified professional electricians eager to advance their careers with the premier solar PV owner-operator in the nation.

You will test, diagnose, and troubleshoot existing PV systems in the field and remotely, inspect commissioning documents, support the construction team, prepare quotes for corrective maintenance, and participate in on-call weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on electrical experience as an Apprentice Electrician and eligibility to sit for the Journeyman Certification examination.
• Troubleshooting logic and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with the National Electric Code (NEC).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician certification is preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or related discipline is preferred.
• Experience with MODBUS control schemes and data acquisition systems is preferred.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) certification is preferred.
• OSHA training is preferred.
• Must successfully pass background check and pre-employment drug testing.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

Responsibilities

• Testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting existing PV systems in the field and remotely.
• Inspecting and reviewing commissioning documentation and supporting the construction team with the commissioning of newly constructed solar assets as required.
• Conducting maintenance inspections and providing reports on findings.
• Coordinating and supporting the operations team with the prompt resolution of system outages and analyzing system performance via online monitoring and data tracking systems.
• Performing quality control inspections as necessary.
• Preparing quotes for corrective maintenance.
• Participating in both formal and in the field training and programs.
• Applying Standard Solar and OSHA’s safety policies and principles at all times.
• Maintaining awareness of the latest construction technologies, materials, and test procedures relevant to the industry.
• Reporting work progress, plans, issues, and problems to management in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining respectful and professional working relationships with clients and developing professional relationships with potential clients.
• Supporting asset operations by being on-call for emergency and weekend support on a rotating basis.
• Meeting and/or exceeding established performance objectives as defined and communicated by management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

NEC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman or Master Electrician certification

B.S. in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MODBUS control schemes

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Standard Solar’s Field Operations team is expanding rapidly. We seek qualified professional electricians eager to advance their careers with the premier solar PV owner-operator in the nation.

You will test, diagnose, and troubleshoot existing PV systems in the field and remotely, inspect commissioning documents, support the construction team, prepare quotes for corrective maintenance, and participate in on-call weekends.