Solar Photovoltaic Service Technician

Solar Maintenance Pros, Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Maintenance Pros, Inc in Fresno, CA seeks a Service Technician to assemble, install, and maintain solar PV systems on rooftops and other structures. You will support a senior tech, troubleshoot electrical issues, and provide clear field reports.

You will read plans, use hand and power tools, ensure weather sealing, and perform routine maintenance on PV modules and inverters. This on-site role requires physical stamina and a professional client-facing demeanor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or technical training preferred but not required.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs solar panels on roofs and other structures.
• Assist in troubleshooting AC & DC electrical systems, identify faults, and determine equipment status.
• Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers’ needs and expectations.
• Follow building standards and codes when making repairs, process RMAs with the manufacturer.
• Ensures that equipment is weather-sealed.
• Performs routine maintenance on PV systems, cleans modules, and inverters.
• Communicate in a professional manner with clients and handle frustrated clients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Assist a Senior technician when assigned or required
• Other duties as requested by management.

Skills

PV installation

Battery installation

Troubleshooting

Reading plans

Hand & power tools

Volt-Ohm meter

Electrical code

Education

High school diploma

Technical/Vocational training preferred

Job description

The Service Technician will assemble, install, and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. He or she is required to support a senior tech, remove, and replace components, and provide detailed reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Installs solar panels on roofs and other structures.

Assist in troubleshooting AC & DC electrical systems, identify faults, and determine equipment status.

Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers’ needs and expectations.

Follow building standards and codes when making repairs, process RMA’s with the manufacturer.

Ensures that equipment is weather-sealed.

Performs routine maintenance on PV systems, cleans modules, and inverters.

Communicate in a professional manner with clients and handle frustrated clients.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Assist a Senior technician when assigned or required

Other duties as requested by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Basic knowledge of PV equipment and battery equipment installation.

Basic understanding of troubleshooting and commissioning battery systems.

Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to read building plans.

Ability to use hand and power tools to install PV panels and battery components.

Basic understanding of the functions and use of a Volt-Ohm meter.

Basic Understanding of Electrical Code and Conductor Ampacity.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Vocational or technical school training preferred, but not required.

Previous related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work at great heights.

Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing ladders.

Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds at a time.

Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics

Ability to work under stress

Ability to work in the sun and high heat situations