Commissioning Field Technician

Commissioning Field Technician

United States

Remote | National Travel

Preferred Locations: Arkansas, Missouri, or Kentucky

3 Weeks On-Site, Followed by 4 Consecutive Days Off

$70,000-$75,000 Base Salary + Comprehensive Benefits

Are you passionate about renewable energy and enjoy hands-on technical work in the field? We're seeking a Traveling Solar Commissioning Technician to support utility-scale solar projects nationwide. In this role, you'll work directly on cutting-edge solar installations, ensuring systems are commissioned safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in solar commissioning, industrial controls, electrical troubleshooting, field service, SCADA systems, or automation technologies who enjoy travel and solving complex technical challenges.

Why Join Us?

• National travel supporting utility-scale solar projects
• Consistent travel schedule: 3 weeks on-site followed by 4 scheduled days off
• Opportunity to work with advanced solar tracking and control systems
• Excellent benefits package and long-term career growth
• Be part of the rapidly growing renewable energy industry

Key Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections to verify commissioning component installations meet project specifications, installation manuals, and construction drawings.
• Execute solar tracker commissioning, startup, configuration, functional testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving tracker controllers, communication systems, sensors, power supplies, and field devices.
• Support project teams to meet commissioning milestones while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical support to customers, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Escalate advanced technical issues to Engineering when necessary.
• Document commissioning activities, test results, equipment performance, and corrective actions.
• Assist with system validation, project turnover, and final performance verification.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in utility-scale solar, electrical commissioning, industrial controls, automation, field service, or a related technical field.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, control, communication, or automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics, Technical manuals, Construction drawings, Wiring diagrams
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote field environments.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively nationwide.

Preferred Qualifications

• Utility-scale solar commissioning experience.
• Familiarity with solar tracker systems and renewable energy technologies.
• Strong root-cause analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and project stakeholders.
• Programming experience with Python, C, or similar languages.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communications protocols, including TCP/IP, Modbus, SSH, Zigbee, VLANs, IPv4 Networks, 2.4 GHz Wireless Communications
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• OSHA 30 Certification.

Ideal Backgrounds

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Utility-Scale Solar
• Renewable Energy
• Solar Tracker Systems
• Electrical Commissioning
• Industrial Controls
• Automation & Controls
• SCADA Systems
• Electrical Maintenance
• Power Generation
• Field Service Engineering
• Electrical Testing & Commissioning

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

$70,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually