Lancaster)

SOLV Energy•Lancaster, CA

4d•$39 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

SOLV Energy is a provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building, and maintaining utility-scale solar, battery storage, and high-voltage substation projects nationwide. The Field Support Specialist provides advanced corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support across multiple solar facilities. Acting as a regional technical resource, the specialist addresses escalated technical issues, non-conformance items, and complex system-level failures while traveling extensively throughout the assigned California region. This is a full-time, jobsite-based role; specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. The role requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities of a Solar Field Service Technician Level II or Level III, as well as advanced electrical testing, system diagnosis, repairs, and technical documentation with minimal or no supervision. The specialist works with site personnel and internal stakeholders, supports root cause analysis and training, follows site and safety procedures, and exercises Stop Work authority when appropriate. The position involves approximately 75% travel, including overnight and extended assignments, and may require on-call work, including weekends or after-hours situations. The work takes place at remote outdoor locations and may involve extreme weather and exposure to electrical, mechanical, environmental, and noise hazards. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in utility-scale solar and/or a related electrical power industry.
Strong corrective maintenance and troubleshooting background.
Demonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practices.
Advanced knowledge of electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment.
Strong working knowledge of utility-scale solar systems, protection devices, control systems, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-plant equipment.
Strong working knowledge of DC electrical theory and advanced troubleshooting methods for safe and effective work within photovoltaic arrays.
Ability to troubleshoot network, communications, and telemetry-related issues.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentation.
Familiarity with substation operations, including switching plans, one-line diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentation.
Strong computer skills, including use of CMMS, system monitoring applications, and standard office software.
Ability to produce clear, accurate, and thorough technical documentation and reports.
Valid OSHA 10 certification.
Valid NFPA 70E Safety Training certification.
Ability to remain current in required safety and technical training.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Effective organizational and time-management skills, particularly in a multi-site support role.
Ability to work independently at remote locations in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather.
Ability to work on an on-call basis, potentially including weekends or after-hours situations.
Ability to travel extensively, approximately 75%, including overnight and extended assignments.
Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to operate a company vehicle.
Ability to meet the physical demands and work in the environmental conditions described in the posting, including lifting 50 pounds or more and working around electrical and mechanical hazards.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical school training.
Associate degree or certificate in electronics, electrical technology, or mechanics.
OSHA 30 certification.
Inverter Field Application Specialist certifications or other relevant electrical certifications.
Substation training and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

Emphasize safety and ensure employees follow safe work practices.
Perform all essential Solar Field Service Technician Level II or Level III responsibilities.
Perform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing, and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision.
Serve as a regional technical resource for corrective maintenance, non-conformance items, and escalated troubleshooting issues across multiple sites.
Travel extensively, approximately 75% of the time, to support corrective maintenance throughout the assigned region.
Perform detailed electrical testing, troubleshooting, and repair of low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, including inverters, combiners, trackers, medium-voltage equipment, and substation-adjacent components.
Use system monitoring applications, SCADA, and plant data to diagnose system- and equipment-level issues.
Support root cause analysis and provide technical recommendations to help prevent repeat failures.
Coordinate corrective maintenance activities with site personnel, Field Service Leads, OCC, Project Management Teams, and other internal stakeholders.
Accurately account for time, materials, and corrective actions used in performing job responsibilities.
Maintain detailed work orders, corrective action reports, non-conformance closeout documentation, and technical summaries.
Operate service equipment safely and maintain required equipment and system records.
Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations, site-specific procedures, and work controls.
Support training and technical knowledge sharing with site technicians during corrective activities as needed.
Assess safety concerns and exercise Stop Work authority when conditions warrant.
Assess and suggest process improvements, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate implementation with management.
Champion diversity and inclusion as part of SOLV Energy culture.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.