Field Service Technician

The Role

CCE is seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility-scale solar experience to perform required preventative maintenance activities on solar PV systems. The Field Service Technician (Level 3) will also respond to corrective maintenance cases to troubleshoot, test, and repair PV systems ensuring they are following safe practices while working.

• Conducting on-site routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
• DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing
• Maintaining the vehicle, tools, meters and truck stock
• Creating service reports and maintaining spare parts inventory
• Identifying safety hazards and taking appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards
• Responding on-call for emergencies as directed by your supervisor

Preferred Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• NABCEP Certified Installation Professional
• 3-4+ years of experience PV maintenance, including PV DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, network communications and monitoring
• Experience with operation of SCADA, DAS and UPS systems
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, IV Curve Tracing, Meggers, Ground Fault Detection
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
• Proficiency with MS Office suite
• Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Valid Driver’s License
• OSHA 10 HR Training
• NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in workplace

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Work is to be performed in the field and in the office
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices
• Positive project team attitude
• Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis