Solar Service Technician – Residential Diagnostics & Repairs

Trinity Solar; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Solar is seeking a skilled Solar Service Technician to join its team. You will troubleshoot, repair, and optimize residential solar systems while educating customers and coordinating with manufacturers.

This role emphasizes safe rooftop work, strong electrical skills, and timely service delivery. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of PV or technical field experience, familiarity with NEC codes, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of PV installation, solar service, or technical field experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret 3-line diagrams, plan sets, and equipment specifications.
• Familiarity with NEC codes preferred.
• Proven ability to research, analyze, and resolve technical issues quickly and resourcefully.
• Excellent communication skills via phone, email, and in-person.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to lift and carry 40+ lbs and work safely on residential rooftops.
• Prior solar experience preferred, but candidates with strong technical skills from related trades encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform corrective maintenance on residential solar electric systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair communication systems for solar inverters (cell cards, hard lines, LAN connections).
• Adapt quickly to last-minute schedule changes to handle urgent service calls.
• Manage daily appointments efficiently to maximize productivity.
• Interact with homeowners and team members, providing professional, courteous, and knowledgeable support.
• Document all service work with photos, detailed notes, and system updates.
• Coordinate warranty claims, repairs, and replacements directly with inverter manufacturers.
• Maintain safety standards while working on rooftops and with electrical systems.

Skills

PV installation experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Interpret diagrams

NEC codes familiarity

Technical issue resolution

Strong communication

Valid driver's license

Lifting 40+ lbs on rooftops

Solar experience preferred

Job description

Trinity Solar is seeking a skilled Solar Service Technician to join its team. You will troubleshoot, repair, and optimize residential solar systems while educating customers and coordinating with manufacturers.

This role emphasizes safe rooftop work, strong electrical skills, and timely service delivery. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of PV or technical field experience, familiarity with NEC codes, and a valid driver’s license.