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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)

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