Solar Electrical Technician

Solar Electrical Technician

The Solar Electrical Technician is responsible for the on-site operations and maintenance of small to large solar PV systems, including, but not limited to site safety, electrical system maintenance, sub-contractor management, commissioning, site field reports, and other duties as required to properly maintain and operate the site within the contractual requirements.

Candidates must have a strong background in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, preferably in commercial solar.

Job Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve commercial solar warranty and service issues that arise from modules, monitoring, storage, and balance of system components.
• Responsible for the completion of all commercial service and warranty related work with a focus on safety, quality, and customer experience.
• Ability to work with smart devices, gather information, and upload into the CRM Salesforce program.
• Review site drawings to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Troubleshoot PV system performance issues. Locate and isolate ground faults, arc faults or any production related issues.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting in relation to Data Acquisition Systems.
• Download log files from inverters for submission to manufacturers for review.
• Planned and unplanned overtime, limited weekend work and travel may be required.
• Communicate with internal and external customers as required.

Requirements:

• Formal electrical training or 4+ years' equivalent experience in maintaining PV electrical equipment in the commercial solar energy field.
• 2+ years' experience diagnosing and repairing solar PV electrical systems.
• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety requirements including LOTO, Arc Flash, JSA, etc.
• Ability to comprehend engineered construction drawings.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and adapting to change easily.
• Experience with monitoring systems to diagnose site problems.
• Able to work in a team environment or alone with no supervision.
• Able to work with different computer programs such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and cloud-based software systems such as Salesforce CRM platform
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems independently.
• Work around high voltages and currents.

Physical Requirements:

• Work in all elements, depending on job location and time of year, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Perform work at various heights up to 50', working from ladders, aerial lifts, or other safe working platforms.
• Ability to lift, squat, deadlift, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. daily.
• Repetitive use of legs, arms, hands, and fingers.
• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Willingness to travel: Required

• Must be willing to travel within the state of NJ daily
• Travel to other states about 25% of the time

License/Certification:

• Must maintain a clean driving record.
• OSHA 30, preferred
• NABCEP, preferred

Benefits:

• 401k with a match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Eligible for a discretionary bonus