Solar Field Service Technician 1

Job Description

Job Description

At PEARCE , we've got a career for you!

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit

Your Impact

Our advanced Solar Field Service Technicians (Photovoltaic Repair) specialize in conducting inspection and corrective maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) solar panel systems, adhering to established procedures and prioritizing health, safety, and environmental compliance. Solar Panel Maintenance Technicians will be responsible for both internal and external inspection and maintenance of solar panels, inverters, and other PV components and mentoring team members. Your day-to-day tasks may include troubleshooting, testing, and repairing solar panels, as well as handling materials. You will also provide assistance in service and maintenance activities related to other solar energy system components and associated equipment. This is up to a 100% travel role.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot inverters, combiner boxes and replace/repair string lines.
• Perform LOTO, IV Curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, and IR scans.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar power plants in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Lead by example in maintaining safety protocols and operating with professionalism.
• Troubleshoot solar system problems and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, service orders, time logs, and emergency information schedules.
• Operate your Pearce motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
• Maintain PEARCE company vehicle so that it is always clean, presentable, functional.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

• 1+ years' experience on commercial and/or utility scale solar sites.
• Experience with electrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairs
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures and able to apply NFPA 70E/OSHA 10 training.
• Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
• Able to test installed equipment, ensuring proper working order including daily mechanical electrical inspections.
• Proficient with Microsoft office.

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

• Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).
• Work possible rotating shifts (100% travel is required for this position) .
• Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses.
• Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$300—$500 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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