Traveling Solar Technician

Traveling Solar Technician

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a full-time Traveling Solar Technician. This position requires overnight travel on a frequent basis depending on company needs. The Traveling Solar Technician must have the ability to work safely at high quality with electrical & mechanical components, issues and concerns.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Perform a full range of diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and oversight of issues that may arise at a solar farm across the US
• Ability to diagnose a full range of solar service issues
• Provide outstanding customer experience. The Solar Technician will be customer facing and must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times
• Ability to travel using own vehicle or in company owned vehicle
• Participate in staff meetings and assist with broader company initiatives
• Provide daily reports
• Effectively use hand and power tools
• Effectively use a laptop and a variety of programs/applications
• Learn and understand basic low voltage electrical systems
• Operate machinery/equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes, rock drills, jack hammers, compressors, generators, winches
• Troubleshoot technical issues
• Clean, maintain, and inventory company owned tools/equipment
• Act professionally in remote areas, on active construction sites, or in the office
• Think creatively and encourage open-mindedness
• Continually drive self-improvement and motivate excellence in coworkers
• Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental procedures
• Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Drive long distances in heavy work trucks, often with trailers in tow

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year working in the renewable energy industry or relevant experience from another industry
• Great safety track record
• Knowledge of all major solar and energy storage products
• Training on top tier inverters a plus
• Must be highly organized and punctual
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass background check and physical
• Must have the ability to work though issues and troubleshoot safely
• Accommodate frequent travel
• Work as a member of a small team, as well as independently in the field
• Must be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to: standing, stooping, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time. Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday
• Sustain prolonged exposure to extreme weather and environmental conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean-shaven, long sleeves, steel-toe boots).
• Must pass a physical exam if required.
• Able to:
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).
  • Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.

Mobility Barriers:

• Uneven ground
• Obstructed pathways
• Work at low/high elevations
• Confined workspaces

Environmental Conditions:

• Predominantly outdoor work
• Exposure to:
  • Extreme heat or cold
  • Humidity, rain, and other weather conditions
  • Loud noise from tools and machinery
  • Potential chemical exposure

Pay Equity:

Hourly Rate: $24-$30/hour

Primoris Renewable Energy provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. Primoris Renewable Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.