Solar Site Technician - Field Surveys & Permits

Standard Energy Solutions; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Full benefits package including health

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Employee referral program

Career path opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Standard Energy Solutions is seeking a Solar Site Technician to represent the engineering department in the field. You will perform site surveys, interface with the solar design engineer, and assist with permitting and inspection processes.

The role requires 1+ years of field construction experience and the ability to travel to multiple sites from our Richmond, VA or Columbia, MD offices. A valid driver’s license and strong customer service skills are essential as you support the design team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of previous field construction experience.
• PV design or PV electrical experience preferred.
• High School diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• This position requires use of your own vehicle. Compensation for mileage is provided in addition to the hourly rate.
• Perform site audits on sold systems utilizing software and drones to take measurements, photographs, notes, and shading measurements of project sites.
• Submit electronic Site Survey forms in support of Solar Design team.
• Utilize software systems to record progress of various tasks.
• Submit and pick up permit packages at various building departments as needed.
• Coordinate, organize and be present at jobsite for inspection process.
• Support branch staff with administrative support, including organization and maintenance of project folders, uploads of pictures, completion of finished folders and some light administrative work.

Skills

Field construction

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

College degree

Job description

Standard Energy Solutions is seeking a Solar Site Technician to represent the engineering department in the field. You will perform site surveys, interface with the solar design engineer, and assist with permitting and inspection processes.

The role requires 1+ years of field construction experience and the ability to travel to multiple sites from our Richmond, VA or Columbia, MD offices. A valid driver’s license and strong customer service skills are essential as you support the design team.