Solar Technician

GS2 | B Corp™; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy contractor is seeking a Solar Technician in Minneapolis, MN. In this full-time role, you will support utility-scale solar projects, ensuring optimal performance through maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems. Ideal candidates have an electrical background and hands-on mechanical aptitude. This position offers the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment focused on clean energy.

Qualifications

• Electrical background as an Electrician or Electrical Technician.
• Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain solar assets.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Conduct site safety assessments and complete compliance documentation.

Skills

Electrical background

Hands-on electrical and mechanical aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Support the operation and performance of utility-scale solar projects with a leading renewable energy contractor. GS2 is partnered with a high-growth solar and storage EPC in the search for a Solar Technician to join their expanding O&M team in Minnesota. This is a hands-on role, working directly on large-scale projects at the forefront of the clean energy transition.

Base pay

$45.00/hr

Why Join?

This is a chance to grow your career as a Solar Technician within a company investing heavily in its people and projects. You’ll gain exposure to advanced technology, work in a supportive safety-first culture, and play a direct role in advancing the clean energy transition.

What You’ll Do as the Solar Technician

• Inspect, test, and maintain solar assets to ensure peak performance
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems
• Operate and update systems including inverters, relays, and SCADA
• Conduct site safety assessments and complete compliance documentation
• Support subcontractors and participate in on-call rotation for site issues

What You Bring

• Electrical background (Electrician or Electrical Technician training)
• Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Employment type

• Full-time

Seniority level

• Associate