Lead Commissioning Technician

Ampacity, LLC.•, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Ampacity, the Lead Commissioning Technician is a field role responsible for overseeing commissioning activities on large-scale or high-priority solar projects. In addition to technical excellence, this role is accountable for developing Technician I and II team members, maintaining Ampacity's quality standards on site, and serving as the primary point of contact for customers and general contractors.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in solar commissioning or a related electrical/mechanical field, with a minimum of 2 years in a Technician II or equivalent field capacity
Expert-level knowledge of solar tracking systems, PV commissioning standards, and electrical infrastructure
Advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills across complex electrical and mechanical systems
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop field teams
Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills
Ability to manage multiple project sites and coordinate with internal teams and the Service Manager
Valid driver's license with a clean MVR and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all commissioning activities on large-scale or high-priority projects
Serve as the primary on-site technical contact for customers and general contractors
Mentor, train, and evaluate Technician I and II personnel in the field
Review and approve commissioning documentation and quality reports for SOPs compliance
Own resolution of complex technical issues across tracker systems and electrical infrastructure
Provide progressive feedback to improve Ampacity's installation standards and commissioning procedures
Coordinate with the Service Manager on project scheduling and field team deployment
Support pre-commissioning planning including site walks, risk identification, and material preparation
Deliver comprehensive post-commissioning reports and customer closeout packages