Solar Technician l

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Paid professional development

Paid Solar Sabbaticals

Travel reimbursement at GSA rates

Long term disability insurance

Company laptop/cell phone

Job summary

Carolina Solar Services is hiring a Solar Technician I in Charlotte, NC. The role supports senior field staff in safe, timely service of solar facilities and represents CSS in the field.

Emphasis is on learning company protocols, safety, and customer service as you assist in troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance. The position is full-time, with on-site work, weekend on-call rotation, and potential overtime or overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Proficiency reading technical specification documents, site plans, and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with tools and processes in electrical and mechanical trade work.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and PV power generation.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing solar generators.
• Assist with commissioning, QA inspection, or preventive maintenance work.
• Provide timely Field Service Reports to Operations for client delivery.
• Ensure a premium level of customer service.
• Perform vegetative maintenance as required.
• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call schedule.
• Occasional overtime and overnight travel may be required.

Skills

Safety first

Electrical theory

PV power basics

Troubleshooting

Site communication

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Job description

Solar Technician I

Reporting To: Regional Manager

Department: Electrical

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Location: Charlotte, NC

Carolina Solar Services provides solutions for renewable energy systems to support a sustainable future. As stewards of the environment, our team maximizes the impact of every power plant we service through an independent and human focused approach.

Position Summary:

The Solar Technician I will be the junior field service technician for CSS’ operations and maintenance of solar facilities. The Solar Technician I is responsible for supporting senior field staff in the safe and timely completion of all service obligations, learning CSS company protocols, and representing CSS in the field.

Essential Functions:

• Prioritize safety daily and actively participates in site safety meetings
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing utility scale solar generators
• Assist with commissioning, quality assurance inspection, or preventative maintenance work as needed
• Provide timely Field Service Reports back to Operations staff for delivery to clients
• Ensure a premium level of customer service
• Perform vegetative maintenance as required
• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call schedule
• Occasional overtime work and overnight travel required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency reading technical specification documents, site plans, & electrical schematics
• Familiarity with tools, terminologies, and processes associated with electrical and mechanical trade work
• Basic understanding of the principles of electrical theory and photovoltaic power generation
• General computer, network, and technology proficiency
• Understanding & experience in the operation and concepts relating to electrical and mechanical trade work
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

Team oriented attitude

• Values staff development and organizational excellence

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record to operate a company vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

• First-Aid/CPR/AED
• NFPA 70E
• OSHA 10
• Field experience in residential, commercial or utility scale solar PV

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently
• Ability to work at high heights with the use of a safety harness

Work Environment:

• 90% of time spent in-field at utility scale solar facilities
• Exposure to weather, extreme heat or cold
• Exposure to native plants and, occasionally, animals
• Exposure to electrical hazards

Company Benefits:

We work to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees that are aimed at supporting your health and wellness, financial planning, work life balance, and protection from the unexpected. The following benefits are included in addition to your base compensation:

Interns and part-time roles: see the job posting for benefits eligibility.

All full-time employees

• Medical insurance

• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Paid sick leave

• Paid parental leave

• Paid professional development opportunities

• Paid Solar Sabbaticals (extended period off for every three years of service)

• Reimbursement for work-related travel at GSA rates

• Long term disability insurance coverage
• Laptop, cell phone, and unlimited data plan

Technician Benefits:

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment paid for by the Company

• Access to Company vehicle for work-related travel

• Weekend and holiday on-call bonus

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, physical and/or mental disability, genetic information, atypical cellular or blood trait, marital and/or familial status, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.