Lead Solar Field Service Technician II
PEARCE is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America.
About the role
This is a 100% travel position. As a Lead Solar Field Service Technician (Utility-Scale / PV Repair), you’ll work on large, utility-scale solar farms—not residential or rooftop systems. You’ll handle troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of ground-mount solar systems, central/string inverters, and power plant equipment, while leading a small field crew (4+ techs).
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair utility-scale solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits
- Perform testing: LOTO, IV curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, IR scans
- Lead and direct 2+ field technicians on active solar farm sites
- Assign work, track progress, and keep jobs on schedule
- Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) on utility-scale solar plants
- Inspect completed work and ensure it meets quality and safety standards
- Enforce safety requirements (OSHA, NFPA 70E) on-site
- Diagnose system issues and resolve them in the field
- Complete work orders, service logs, and required documentation
- Operate and maintain company vehicle and tools
- Train and support junior technicians in the field
Requirements
- 3+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)
- Experience leading crews or acting as lead tech on-site
- Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (NOT residential rooftop solar)
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills (inverters, DC systems, power electronics)
- Experience with solar O&M / maintenance work
- Working knowledge of OSHA / NFPA 70E safety standards
- Experience using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and testing equipment
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Qualifications
- Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust)
- Follow all OSHA and company safety requirements
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Technical troubleshooting and repair skills
- Safety awareness and enforcement
- Fieldwork experience
Benefits
At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.
In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
Pay
Base Pay Range: $28 - $40 USD
Schedule
This is a 100% travel position.
Contact
To learn more about Pearce visit www.pearce-services.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.