Solar Tech I- Wynne, AR

System One; Wynne (AR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The Solar Tech I at System One in Wynne, AR oversees the advanced operation, maintenance, and repair of solar and BESS assets, ensuring maximum asset availability and performance. This role handles preventive and corrective maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and SCADA diagnostics with minimal oversight.

You will mentor Associate and Technician II staff, contribute to site reliability, safety culture, and continuous improvement initiatives, and work onsite to support critical energy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience in renewable energy.
• Certification/licensing pref: NABCEP or Electrical License.
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Safely install, operate, maintain, and repair solar PV systems and inverters to ensure optimal performance.
• Lead and perform solar operations and maintenance activities with site procedures and LOTO practices.
• Demonstrate proactive safety leadership and coaching on safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements and regulations.
• Independently troubleshoot and repair solar PV infrastructure including modules and electrical components.
• Analyze SCADA data, alarms, and measurements to diagnose issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate with engineers, OEMs, and vendors to resolve system-level issues.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance, estimating labor and materials.
• Lead inspections, testing, and commissioning to verify performance.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation including CMMS entries and reports.
• Mentor junior team members with hands-on instruction and safety coaching.

Skills

Electrical schematics literacy

Hazard recognition

Independent work

Safety leadership

Travel readiness

Manual dexterity

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

NABCEP Certification

Electrical License

Certification in renewable energy technology

Tools

SCADA data analysis tools

Electrical testing equipment

CMMS software

Job description

Job Title: Solar Tech I- Wynne, AR
Location: Wynne, AR
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $78,216.00 - $105,822.00
Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40.0
Security Clearance: Not specified in the provided information

Overview
The Solar Farm Technician I is responsible for the advanced, independent operation, maintenance, and repair of solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets, ensuring maximum asset availability and performance. This role handles the full range of preventive and corrective maintenance — including complex electrical, mechanical, and SCADA-driven diagnostics — with minimal oversight, and serves as a primary technical resource and mentor for Associate and Technician II staff. The role contributes directly to site reliability, continuous improvement initiatives, and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Safely install, operate, maintain, and repair solar PV systems and inverters to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Lead and perform solar operations and maintenance activities while applying site procedures, job hazard analyses, and lockout/tagout practices.
• Demonstrate and enforce proactive safety leadership, including hazard mitigation, near-miss reporting, and coaching team members on safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements through interpretation of regulations and corrective actions.
• Independently troubleshoot and repair solar PV infrastructure, including modules, inverters, combiner boxes, and electrical components.
• Analyze SCADA data, alarms, and electrical measurements to diagnose complex technical issues and implement corrective solutions.
• Coordinate with engineers, OEMs, and vendors to resolve system-level issues, minimizing downtime.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance by prioritizing work, estimating labor and materials, and sequencing tasks.
• Lead inspections, testing, and commissioning activities to verify system performance and compliance.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation including CMMS entries, reports, and inspection findings.
• Mentor junior team members with hands‑on instruction and safety coaching.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred from an accredited US school.
• Certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems preferred.
• NABCEP Certification or Electrical License preferred.
• Unrestricted driver license in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience, preferably in renewable energy.
• Proficiency in reading advanced electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics.
• Experience in hazard recognition and mitigation, especially for high-complexity operations.
• Ability to operate independently on complex assignments.
• Willingness to travel as needed to job sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., walk long distances, climb ladders, and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends or on-call support.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorship available.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.