Solar O&M Technician

RNWBL; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation time

Career growth opportunities in Wind, S

Job summary

RNWBL is seeking an Asset Management Solar Technician II for a fixed-site field role in the United States. You will focus on DC system health, module replacements, and tracker repairs while maintaining safety standards and collaborating with clients.

Relocation assistance is offered. Candidates should bring 2+ years in utility-scale solar or related fields and be able to read electrical diagrams and OEM manuals. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in utility-scale solar PV or related field.
• Knowledge of DC systems, PV modules, and tracker mechanisms
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and OEM manuals
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• On-call availability for maintenance windows

Responsibilities

• Inspect DC systems and perform module swaps per site standards.
• Diagnose and repair tracker components (gearboxes, actuators, drives, motors).
• Support corrective and preventative maintenance across PV systems and BOS equipment.
• Document work performed and maintain safety compliance (OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E).
• Collaborate with site leads and clients to ensure project success.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Interface with equipment PLCs to troubleshoot problems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PV system knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Read electrical diagrams

Communication with teams

Education

High school diploma or technical certification

OSHA 10 / NFPA 70E (preferred)

NABCEP Associate or NCCER certification (preferred)

Tools

SCADA systems

Inverter troubleshooting

PLC basics

Job description

About the role

RNWBL is seeking skilled Asset Management Solar Technician II’s to join our team. This is a fixed site field role focused on DC system health, module replacements, tracker repairs, Inverter maintenance-repairs, and other maintenance activities on utility-scale solar facilities. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our clients’ solar assets perform safely, efficiently, and reliably. This is located in City, State. RNWBL offers a relocation assistance package if interested in this position.

What You’ll Do

• Reside or relocate within 1 hour of the project when possible.
• Inspect and troubleshoot DC systems, combiner boxes, and string performance (Must be able to use a meter and once trained operate other needed electrical test equipment)
• Perform module swaps and replacements in accordance with site standards.
• Diagnose and repair tracker system components (gearboxes, actuators, drives, motors, etc.)
• Support both corrective and preventative maintenance across PV systems and BOS equipment.
• Document work performed and maintain compliance with safety standards (OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E)
• Collaborate with peers, site leads, and clients to ensure project success.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Support experienced technicians with troubleshooting tasks.
• Maintain safety training and Qualified Electrical Worker requirements as a technician.
• Document all service activity and parts consumptions using digital reporting systems.
• Participate in safety briefings and enforce LOTO procedures.
• Communicate issues and solutions to leadership.
• Interface and communicate effectively with customers.
• Adheres to, supports, and enforces all company policies.
• Work with Inventory Control to make sure projects are supplied properly with parts and consumables.
• Able to participate and respond in an On-Call 24/7/365 rotation schedule.
• Learn the fundamentals of mechanics, electricity, electronics, PLC’s, and hydraulics to solve mechanical and electrical problems.
• Learn to interface with equipment PLC’s to program, analyze performance and troubleshoot problems.
• Enjoy the challenges associated with troubleshooting, maintaining, and problem solving on renewable energy equipment.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years’ experience in utility-scale solar PV, related electrical/mechanical field, related degree, or industry certificate course.
• Knowledge of DC systems, PV modules, and tracker mechanisms
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and OEM manuals
• As needed for training and to assist on other projects if necessary.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred

• OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, or equivalent safety certifications.
• NABCEP Associate or NCCER certification.
• Familiarity with inverter troubleshooting and SCADA/monitoring systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Career Growth Opportunities within Wind, Solar, and BESS sectors
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuous Professional Development Support

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