Traveling Solar O&M Technician I

Clean Energy Services Career; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Health insurance

Paid time off

Company laptop and tools

Job summary

Clean Energy Services (CES) seeks a Solar O&M Technician I to support safe operation, inspection, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of commercial and utility-scale solar PV systems. This entry-level field role assists with preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, monitoring, and site inspections under the Lead Solar O&M Technician.

Travel to other sites is required; you must live within a 45-minute drive of the stated locations and be prepared to work nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of experience in solar, electrical, construction, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical safety and hand/power tool use.
• Ability to read and interpret site engineering drawings, maps, and equipment manuals.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Live within a 45-minute drive of the stated location above.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow written and verbal procedures/instructions.
• Good problem-solving and observation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine preventive maintenance inspections (PMI) and troubleshooting of solar equipment such as trackers, PV panels, disconnects, inverters, transformers, and DAS/SCADA components.
• Assist with additional inspections including site security, fencing, vegetation, and safety items.
• Assist with warranty-related items with EPC and/or manufacturer.
• Assist with drone flights.
• Assist with documentation and reports related to safety, daily reports, manufacturer reports, and CMMS tickets/work orders.
• Respond to scheduled and unscheduled service calls, including nights and weekends as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures (lockout/tagout, arc flash, fall protection, PPE).
• Maintain company assets such as laptop, tools, testing equipment, and PPE.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, and customers.
• Travel to other sites as needed for support.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Reading engineering drawings

Basic computer use

Job description

Clean Energy Services (CES) seeks a Solar O&M Technician I to support safe operation, inspection, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of commercial and utility-scale solar PV systems. This entry-level field role assists with preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, monitoring, and site inspections under the Lead Solar O&M Technician.

Travel to other sites is required; you must live within a 45-minute drive of the stated locations and be prepared to work nights or weekends.