Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance)

Pearce Services • San Jose, CA

6d • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Solar Field Service Technician I/II in PEARCE Renewables’ Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs physical work at solar energy sites near San Jose, California. The role is responsible for operating and maintaining solar power plants according to established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while maintaining safety and professionalism. The sites are local, and candidates should reside within 50 miles of the San Jose area. Duties may change over time in response to business and client needs.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical and electrical experience, including troubleshooting and installation skills.
• Strong safety background and ability to comply with OSHA standards.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in ambient temperatures.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays and provide on-call service availability by telephone or text message when required.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, depending on company support needs.
• Reside within approximately 50 miles of the San Jose, California area.
• High aptitude and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally under company requirements.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2+ years of commercial or industrial operations and maintenance experience on solar power plants.
• Preventative maintenance experience on solar utility equipment.
• Solar experience with inverters, tracker systems, or sub-station equipment, including TMEIC, SMA, Sungrow, Nextracker, or ATI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of solar utility and sub-station equipment.
• Document work, including work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules.
• Troubleshoot electrical components using digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot installed solar equipment and ensure it is in proper working order.
• Follow safety practices, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Work independently or as part of a group.
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally in accordance with the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
• Escalate issues at the site.
• Train, mentor, and develop laborers into apprentices.

Benefits

• Performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, and per diem or other applicable compensation may be available.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, including paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development courses or training.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and an HSA option.
• Company vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet, and necessary tools and safety equipment as required for the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed