Solar Maintenance Technician Instructor

TRAINING CENTER FOR HEALTHCARE CARE; Texas; On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Training Center of Central Texas is launching a 15-week Solar Maintenance Technician Program, led by an experienced instructor. You will teach in a lab‑based setting with real-world equipment, shaping the next generation of utility‑scale solar technicians, including transitioning veterans and adult learners.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of hands-on solar O&M, familiarity with Sungrow equipment, safety training, and prior instructional experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on utility-scale solar O&M experience in related roles.
• Experience with Sungrow equipment (inverters, BESS) preferred.
• Proficiency with load break switches, combiner boxes, and basic SCADA interfaces.
• Previous training, mentorship, or instructional experience is highly desirable.
• Strong safety mindset and knowledge of OSHA/NEC/LOTO procedures.
• Familiarity with veteran learners or diverse adult education environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, practical instruction for solar maintenance technician students in a 15-week cohort format.
• Lead classroom training, hands-on labs, simulations, and assessments.
• Maintain equipment and coordinate real-world demonstrations.
• Develop and refine lesson plans with support from Sungrow/Leeward.
• Assess student progress and provide actionable feedback.
• Support students with job readiness and transition to employment.
• Stay current with industry standards, trends, and safety codes.

Skills

Solar O&M experience

Sungrow equipment

SCADA basics

Lockout/Tagout safety

Veteran education experience

Lab-based instruction

Tools

Sungrow inverters

BESS systems

SCADA interfaces

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Harker Heights, TX (On-site)

Organization: Training Center of Central Texas

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50-$60/hr (commensurate with experience)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, mission‑driven Solar Maintenance Technician Instructor to lead our newly launched 15‑week Solar Maintenance Technician Program, developed in collaboration with Leeward Renewable Energy and supported by Sungrow. This is a high‑profile, flagship program — the first of its kind in the U.S. with direct industry backing — training the next generation of utility‑scale solar technicians, including transitioning veterans and adult learners. With real‑world labs and cutting‑edge equipment, we’re not just teaching solar — we’re redefining how it’s taught. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring students graduate ready to work on today’s most advanced solar systems.

What You’ll Teach; Lead

• Sungrow 3600 UUD Inverters
• Sungrow BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)
• Combiner box maintenance and troubleshooting
• Load break switch inspection and operation
• SCADA systems basics and safety
• Preventative and corrective maintenance workflows
• Lockout/tagout procedures and job site safety
• Site‑level communication and field reporting
• Work readiness site professionalism (PPE, documentation, site protocols)

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in utility‑scale solar O&M (Solar Maintenance, Field Service, or Commissioning)
• Experience with Sungrow equipment (inverters, BESS) strongly preferred
• Proficiency with load break switches, combiner boxes, and basic SCADA interfaces
• Previous training, mentorship, or instructional experience is highly desirable
• Strong safety mindset and understanding of OSHA/NEC/lockout‑tagout procedures
• Familiarity with veteran learners or diverse adult education environments a plus
• Comfortable delivering hands‑on instruction in a lab‑based environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, practical instruction for solar maintenance technician students in a 15‑week cohort format
• Lead classroom training, hands‑on labs, simulations, and assessments
• Maintain equipment and coordinate real‑world demonstrations
• Develop and refine lesson plans (with support from Sungrow Leeward)
• Assess student progress and provide actionable feedback
• Support students with job readiness and transition to employment
• Stay current with industry standards, trends, and safety codes

Why Join Us

The Training Center of Central Texas is on the national stage — as one of the first utility‑scale solar technician trade programs in the U.S. Our graduates are already being hired by top‑tier solar firms, and this program is backed by over $500,000 in donated equipment and real‑world systems. This role is an opportunity to lead from the front — building the future of solar training while mentoring and launching the next generation of professionals.

Bonus Qualifications

• Sungrow certification (3600, Titan, or 4400)
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or other safety credentials
• Prior experience training veterans or working in workforce development
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful but not required