Field Service Manager – Solar & ESS Operations

Pearce Services•Tucson, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 http://www.pearce-services.com. Your Impact We are seeking an experienced Field Service Manager – Solar & ESS Operations to lead field operations across utility-scale solar and energy storage sites. This role is responsible for overseeing technicians and subcontractors performing troubleshooting, maintenance, replacement, recycling, and commissioning activities for PV and ESS systems. The ideal candidate has a strong utility-scale solar background combined with hands-on ESS/BESS experience and proven leadership in field operations. These are local sites — candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Tucson, Arizona area.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS/ESS)
Experience supporting ESS removal, replacement, recycling, or commissioning activities
5+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount PV systems)
Experience supporting ESS removal, replacement, recycling, or commissioning activities
Prior experience in a supervisory, lead technician, or crew leadership role
Strong background in utility-scale solar O&M and field service operations
Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (non-residential)
Advanced electrical troubleshooting experience with: Inverters, DC systems, Power electronics
Working knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E safety requirements
Experience using testing and diagnostic equipment: Multimeters, Meggers, Amp clamps, IV curve tracers, Thermal imaging equipment
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, reporting systems, work orders)

Nice To Haves

Candidates residing near Tucson, Arizona preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise daily field operations on ESS/ utility-scale solar farm sites
Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure project timelines are met
Oversee troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of: Central and string inverters, Combiner boxes, DC string circuits, Ground-mount PV systems
Support and verify testing activities including: LOTO procedures, IV curve tracing, Megger/insulation resistance testing, Infrared (IR) thermography scans
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards
Conduct field inspections and quality control checks on completed work
Coordinate with project management, operations, and site leadership teams
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in the field
Complete and review service documentation, reports, and work orders
Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment
Train, develop, and support junior technicians and field personnel