Technician 2, Solar

Responsibilities

• Perform field maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all solar facility equipment.
• Conduct preventive and routine maintenance on solar equipment and switchgear.
• Safely operate under all conditions; follow established safety procedures including LOTO and electrical safety.
• Monitor assigned sites, manage and update work orders, and document completed tasks.
• Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
• Perform troubleshooting, component repair/replacement, and QA/QC inspections.
• Travel to other NC sites to assist teammates.
• Use multimeters and diagnostic tools to measure AC/DC voltage and current.
• Identify and address electrical, environmental, and safety hazards.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in solar PV plant maintenance, troubleshooting, and switchgear operation.
• Knowledge of DAS, and communication networks.
• Hands-on experience in solar operations, troubleshooting, and industrial machine repair/maintenance.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, safety procedures, and technical troubleshooting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work nights, on-call and be available for scheduled or emergency maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with standard business software, DAS systems, and CMMS preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals including measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory.
• Experience with electrical testing tools (IR equipment, IV curve tracing).
• Experience with Advanced Energy, SMA central inverters, and ATI trackers preferred.