Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician

About the Role This is a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician – Distributed Generation (DG) Operations. Reports to Lead Project Manager / Operations Manager. Traveling up to 75% of the time. Position is a 4‑month contract assignment (W‑2) located in Avon, NY 14414. Key Responsibilities Commissioning – Execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations including inverter startup, tracker system verification, SCADA/communications validation, and utility interconnection testing Troubleshooting & Repair – Diagnose and repair issues with PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, solar trackers, motor control cards, and balance‑of‑system components Tracker Systems – Troubleshoot and repair single‑axis tracker systems (e.g., Valmont, and similar platforms), including motor replacement, MCC card diagnostics, and RMA processing Electrical Systems – Perform testing and inspection of AC/DC electrical systems including string testing, IV curve tracing, thermal imaging, and grounding verification Documentation – Maintain accurate commissioning records, as‑built markups, punch lists, and repair logs; submit RMA forms and support warranty claims Safety & Compliance – Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards including arc flash PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures Contractor Coordination – Work alongside EPC contractors and subcontractors during commissioning phases and provide technical oversight for repair activities Site Reporting – Communicate daily site status, outstanding issues, and completion milestones to the project management team Qualifications High school diploma or GED; associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Solar Energy, or related field helpful 2+ years of hands‑on experience in solar PV installation or commissioning Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems up to medium voltage Proficiency with electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers) Valid driver’s license with clean driving record Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel frequently NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or Associate certification is helpful Experience with single‑axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies, etc.) Familiarity with Also Energy SCADA and remote monitoring systems; OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification Experience working on brownfield, landfill, or environmentally sensitive sites Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Salary Base salary range for this position is estimated to be $32.00/hr. to $37.00/hr., dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills. Benefits Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr