Solar Field Technician: Residential & Commercial Service

Otovo; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Otovo seeks a skilled Field Service Technician in Oakland, CA to service residential and commercial solar energy systems, battery storage, and generators. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, complex problem-solving, and delivering excellent customer service to support clean energy adoption.

You will diagnose systems, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance across site visits in the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Strong knowledge of NEC, AHJ, and utility interconnection requirements
• Willingness to travel locally and work overtime as needed
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

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 compliance with 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

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Willingness to travel locally

Reading electrical schematics

Problem solving

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical diagnostic equipment

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging equipment

Job description

Otovo seeks a skilled Field Service Technician in Oakland, CA to service residential and commercial solar energy systems, battery storage, and generators. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, complex problem-solving, and delivering excellent customer service to support clean energy adoption.

You will diagnose systems, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance across site visits in the Bay Area.