Solar Journeyman Technician - Fall River, MA

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) / Roth

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

ACT Power Services is seeking a Solar Journeyman Technician to perform safe, productive maintenance and repairs on Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. You will handle preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to maximize production while contributing to a clean energy future.

This field-based role requires travel to customer sites across the United States, working extended hours, and on-call weekends.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with electrical systems and components.
• Proficiency in using power tools for repair tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics accurately.
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel.
• OSHA 10 General Industry certificate.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you do.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities.
• Willingness to learn the NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practices.
• DC and AC testing including polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding, insulation resistance, and I‑V curve tracing.
• Interpret schematics to understand system layouts and connections.
• Maintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of equipment at solar facilities.
• Provide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as needed.
• Identify safety hazards and take action to remove or eliminate hazards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Power tools

Schematics

MS Office

Driver's license

OSHA 10

Travel readiness

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

The Solar Journeyman Technician is a position responsible for the safe, productive repairs and maintenance of Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. From performing preventative maintenance and inspections, to troubleshooting and making repairs to maximize production, the Solar Maintenance Technician gets to exercise a verity of skill sets and has constant opportunities to learn more. All while making an impact on our safe, reliable, clean energy future.

This role will encompass performing the preventative and corrective maintenance on the solar modules, strings, trackers, and inverters.

This role is based in the field and is not assigned to the ACT Power Services main office location. Employees primarily work from customer sites where ACT Power Services provides Operations & Maintenance services. While the listed location(s) are preferred based on the primary site assignment, candidates residing in other locations may be considered. Travel to other sites across the United States may be required based on operational and business needs.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you do
• Conducting routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
• Willingness to learn the NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practices
• DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing
• Interpret schematics to understand system layouts and connections
• Maintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, trouble shooting and repair of equipment at solar photovoltaic facilities including but not limited to: Single Axis trackers, Central or String Inverters, Transformers, AC and DC disconnects, Substation equipment
• Maintaining company property such as vehicle, tools, meters and plant stock
• Maintaining service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventory
• Provide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as needed
• Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Familiarity with electrical systems and components
• Proficiency in using power tools for repair tasks
• Ability to read and interpret schematics accurately
• Proficiency with MS Office suite
• Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Valid Driver’s License
• Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910, NFPA 70E, and 70B
• OSHA 10 General Industry certificate
• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required.
• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed mostly outside in the field at job sites. Some sites have offices available. The ability to work in inclement weather conditions is required.

SCHEDULE:

• Extended Hours
• Monday to Friday
• On-Call Rotation (Weekends/Holidays)

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)/Roth (with employer match)
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA, HSA, Dependent Care
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance (Group & Supplemental)
• Legal Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time
• Parental & Other Extended Leaves
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Training & Development
• Performance Bonus

Employment with ACT Power Services is at-will, where permitted by applicable law.

The statements above describe the general nature of the work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or related needs to perform the essential functions of the position.

ACT Power Services is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.

ACT Power Services does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters.