Solar Service Technician

Sun Service Specialists, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Power tools

Ongoing technical training & certific.

Tool purchase program

Career growth opportunities

Full benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Sun Service Specialists, LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Solar Service Technician who enjoys troubleshooting, hands-on work, and solving problems in the field. You’ll service and maintain residential and light commercial solar PV systems, battery storage, and EV charging components while building your expertise on the service side of the industry.

You’ll diagnose, repair, and document work, stay compliant with OSHA/NEC, and participate in ongoing training and certifications.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of hands-on solar experience in installation, service, or troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of residential solar PV systems and components.
• Safe work practices and basic electrical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial solar PV systems.
• Service inverters, optimizers, monitoring equipment, and other solar components.
• Assist with battery storage and EV charging systems.
• Complete service calls safely, efficiently, and professionally.
• Document work performed and communicate field updates.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and job sites.
• Follow OSHA, NEC, and local safety requirements.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and certifications.

Skills

Hands-on solar experience

Basic electrical understanding

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Sun Service Specialists is a rapidly growing solar service company based in Charlotte, NC. We specialize in servicing and supporting existing residential and light commercial solar, battery storage, and EV charging systems.

We’re looking for an experienced Solar Service Technician who enjoys troubleshooting, working with their hands, and solving problems in the field. If you have hands‑on solar experience and want to grow your skills in the service side of the industry, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial solar PV systems.
• Service inverters, optimizers, monitoring equipment, and other solar components.
• Assist with battery storage and EV charging systems.
• Complete service calls and projects safely, efficiently, and professionally.
• Document work performed and communicate field updates.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and job sites.
• Follow OSHA, NEC, company, and local safety requirements.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and certifications.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ year of hands‑on solar experience in installation, service, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of residential solar PV systems and components.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and safe work practices.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to safely work on rooftops, ladders, attics, and crawlspaces.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced environment.

Bonus points for:

Battery storage, EV chargers, electrical or roofing experience, solar monitoring platforms, NABCEP or OSHA certifications, and experience reading electrical diagrams.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits
• 401(k) match
• Company vehicle
• Power tools
• Ongoing technical training & certification opportunities
• Tool purchase program
• Career growth opportunities

This isn’t just another solar installation job. Join a growing team focused on the future of solar service and develop specialized skills across solar, batteries, and EV charging.