Solar Field Service Technician I
Pearce Services · Tehachapi, CA · 1 mo ago
RemoteRemoteManufacturing$20–$25/hrFull-time
Your Impact
As a Solar Field Service Technician I (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. You're responsible for making sure work is done safely, correctly, and on schedule. This is a 100% travel position.
Core 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
- 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
Core Experience (Utility-Scale Required)
- 1-2+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)
- 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)
Physical / Work Environment
- Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
- 100% travel role (frequent travel to solar farm sites)
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust)
- Must follow all OSHA and company safety requirements
Compensation
$20.00-$25.00 hourly/DOE
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts, HSA option
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- Company-matching 401(k) Retirement
- Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development training
- Company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment (as required for the role)