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Solar & ESS Field Technician

$30 - $50 per hour

FourGen Holdings

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $30-$50/hour

The Solar & ESS Field Technician provides maintenance, inspections and verification on ongoing and existing commercial solar and battery storage projects.

What you'll do:

The Solar & ESS Field Technician has responsibility for operation and maintenance related functions on commercial solar arrays.

  • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of commercial, industrial, and utility solar power & ESS plants in accordance with established standards and procedures; always maintains safety and professionalism throughout Illinois.
  • Troubleshoot electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment. Test installed equipment, ensuring proper working order including daily mechanical electrical inspections.
  • Perform progress, mc, sc and preventative maintenance inspections with thorough reporting.
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance activities on solar panels, battery storage systems, and associated equipment.
  • Perform sUAS(drone) and handheld infrared thermography inspections (job training as needed).
  • Maintain accurate documentation of O&M activities, including maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory records.
  • Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to; work orders, service orders, time logs, and emergency information schedules.

What you'll need for success:


  • Two (2) years of technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education
  • Minimum 2 years' experience maintaining commercial or utility solar arrays

  • Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record

  • Understanding of solar photovoltaic, energy storage, and microgrid applications

  • Understanding of electrical and mechanical functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment
  • Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics, SLD and Electrical Construction Drawings

  • Experience with PV and electrical systems including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
  • Experience with Material Takeoffs for replacement of failed/damaged equipment

  • Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems

  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
  • NABCEP and OSHA 30 preferred.

  • Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder and on rooftops

  • Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)

  • Willing to travel up to 30% of the time with some overnights and on call availability.

Continental Energy Solutions (CES) offers end-to-end commercial renewable energy solutions. We design, engineer, procure, install, commission, monitor, and maintain solar arrays, solar plus battery storage, and full microgrid solutions. Our experienced team, including NABCEP Certified Professionals, plus our extensive project portfolio of both rooftop and ground mount systems for big-box retail, warehouse, and campus solutions have put CES at the top of our industry in the Midwest.

Working for Continental Energy Solutions provides:

  • Assistance, tools, and resources for success
  • A collaborative, engaging and respectful workplace
  • Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development
  • A values-based working environment:

E: Everyone United

N: Nurture Communication

E: Enforce Accountability

R: Relationships Matter

G: Growth and Development

Y: You Make the Difference

Continental Energy Solutions offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidates relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a rich benefits program that includes medical insurance with a generous company subsidy and HRA; dental and vision; 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of salary deferrals; profit sharing; retirement benefit; company-provided life and disability insurance; liberal paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave and volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program and company subsidized wellness .

Continental Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest or conviction record, source of income or credit history.

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