Solar / PV / BESS Technician

IT Resource Hunter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Resource Hunter in Houston, TX is seeking a Solar & BESS Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and utility-scale solar and battery storage systems.

The on-site role requires 2+ years of relevant experience and a solid grasp of PV systems, industrial batteries, and high-voltage equipment, with travel to project sites and strict adherence to OSHA/NFPA 70E safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in commercial solar, utility-scale sites, or BESS.
• Location: Houston, TX with travel to project sites.
• Strong knowledge of PV systems, industrial batteries and HV electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot commercial/utility-scale solar PV arrays and BESS.
• Inspect and service inverters, transformers, switchgear, and monitoring systems.
• Support system startup, testing, and commissioning on site.
• Follow OSHA and NFPA 70E safety protocols.

Skills

PV systems knowledge

Industrial batteries

High-voltage equipment

Job description

Location: Houston, TX (Travel required)

Pay Rate: $30.00 $45.00/hr (Targeting ~$35.00/hr)

Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

Looking for a Houston-based Solar & BESS Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on commercial and utility-scale solar and battery storage systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot commercial/utility-scale solar PV arrays and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Inspect and service inverters, transformers, switchgear, and monitoring systems.
• Support system startup, testing, and commissioning on site.
• Follow strict electrical safety protocols (OSHA, NFPA 70E).

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years in commercial solar, utility-scale sites, or BESS.
• Preferred Background: Prior experience with renewable contractors like CES, Pierce Power, Lightwave, or similar.
• Location & Travel: Based in Houston, TX, with flexibility to travel to project sites.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of PV systems, industrial batteries, and high-voltage electrical equipment.