Solar Site Survey/Service Tech

Job Summary

Meet at the shop in Riverdale around 7 am daily (times will vary on occasion)

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys; figure out the general scope of jobs ahead of their installation date, by walking the site to gather relevant information about the installation process, as well as piloting a drone to gather all roof/other details
• Perform service calls; troubleshoot & diagnose power & communication issues with a variety of systems, including SolarEdge, Enphase, Sol-Ark, Tesla & others
• Removal/Reinstalls: This category of work, handled by our Service Teams, looks remarkably similar to what our Installation Crews do daily. All our service techs are trained installers, for this reason.
• Obtain their FAA Part 107 drone license, as well as register w/ the State of Michigan as an electrical apprentice, under the guidance of Michigan Solar Solutions, within the first 6 months of employment, pending these qualifications have not already been met.

Requirements

• The ability to work on a roof
• Needs to be comfortable working outdoors year-round, in a variety of weather conditions
• The ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 lbs
• Excellent critical thinking & problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and experience talking with customers
• Works well in a team environment

Qualifications

• Prior Solar &/or electrical-related experience is preferred
• Tech-savvy enough to navigate various apps, as needed, for system commissioning & problem-solving
• Drone experience is a PLUS, but not necessary upon application

Expectations

• There is often 2-6 hours of (PAID) drive time, daily
• It is expected that the person who fills this position will obtain their FAA Part 107 drone license, as well as register w/ the State of Michigan as an electrical apprentice, under the guidance of Michigan Solar Solutions, within the first 6 months of employment, pending these qualifications have not already been met.

Growth Opportunities

• We are looking for someone willing to learn & grow with us, as our Service Department continues to expand to cover new opportunities that arise in the marketplace.

Company Information

• Below is a list of qualifications our company is committed to ensuring the right candidate for this position would be trained on:
• Become an Enphase Certified Technician
• Become a SolarEdge Certified Technician
• Become LG Certified
• Become Scanifly Certified
• Become OSHA 10 certified
• Obtain your FAA Part 107 drone license
• Become an Electrical Apprentice

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Experience

• At Least 1 Year as a Solar Installer (preferred, not necessary)

Background

• Background in Electrical/ Mechanical Troubleshooting (preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• Driver's License (Required)
• Part 107 License (Preferred)
• Electrical Apprentice License

Work Location

Riverdale, MI 48877: on-site at customers' homes.

EEO Statement

We consider for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification

Equal Opportunity Employer

Michigan Solar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.