Lead Field Service Technician III – Solar

New Energy Equity•Philadelphia, PA

11d•$92,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Energy Support Services, part of New Energy Equity, is hiring a Lead Field Service Technician III to keep solar and energy storage systems safe, reliable, and producing power. This is an on-site, field-based role serving solar sites in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The technician drives from home to job sites and must live in the Philadelphia region or relocate there before starting. Typical territory travel is 30–90 minutes, rarely more than three hours; overnight travel is under 10%. The usual schedule is Monday through Friday, either 7 a.m.–3 p.m. or 8 a.m.–4 p.m., with rotational Saturday on-call coverage from 8 a.m. to noon. Typical workweeks are 40–45 hours, and overtime over 40 hours is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate. The Lead Field Service Technician III is the field technical authority, responsible for complex inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, site ownership, and mentoring technicians. The role leads work practices and contributes to training and procedures, with a defined development pathway to Technician IV. Prior solar experience is not required for qualified Master Electricians; the company provides training in photovoltaic systems and diagnostics, drone certification, safety standards, and its internal O&M curriculum. The position requires an active Philadelphia Master Electrician license, or an active Master Electrician license from another state that can be converted to a Philadelphia license before the start date. The company offers an annual salary of $92,000–$115,000, depending on experience and qualifications, plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Compensation may also include an annual performance bonus of up to 8%. The role includes company-provided tools, equipment, truck, fuel/credit card, vehicle maintenance card, PPE, and flame-resistant clothing. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off and holidays, parental leave, company-paid life and AD&D insurance, certification funding, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

Active Philadelphia Master Electrician license, or an active Master Electrician license in another state that can be converted to a Philadelphia license before the start date.
Licensed electrical experience reflected by the Master Electrician license, plus demonstrated ability to lead field work.
Proficient knowledge of electrical systems and ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technicians in the field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship or sponsorship takeover is not available.
Ability to drive safely; stand for long periods; walk up to three miles per day; navigate ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps while maintaining three points of contact; meet stated visual acuity and color distinction requirements; work in extreme heat and cold for periods exceeding one hour; and exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

Solar industry or grid-tied photovoltaic experience; not required, and Master Electricians are considered without it.
Associate’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E certifications; the company will pay for these certifications.
FAA Part 107 certification; the company will pay for this certification.
Experience with I/V curve tracers, megohmmeters, insulation testers, or comparable instruments used in other electrical work.

Responsibilities

Ensure work is performed in accordance with safety policies and procedures, and verify that appropriate PPE is available and used correctly.
Create Personal Lockout/Tagout (PLOTO) and switching lockout plans for approval.
Lead Pre-Job Briefs, Job Safety Analysis, personal LOTO, and switch-plan LOTO as the work leader.
Lead comprehensive inspections of solar power plants.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for assigned sites.
Supervise and train junior technicians on inspection and maintenance procedures.
Diagnose and resolve complex system issues, including grid integration and communications faults.
Use advanced diagnostic tools and software to address system performance problems.
Develop and implement corrective action plans.
Create and maintain comprehensive inspection, maintenance, and repair documentation.
Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.
Oversee and direct junior technicians’ work order documentation.
Stay current on industry trends and emerging technology.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.
Contribute to the development of training materials and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
Annual performance bonus of up to 8%.
Company-provided tools and equipment, company truck, company fuel/credit card, and vehicle maintenance card.
Company-provided PPE and flame-resistant clothing at no cost.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; the company pays 80% of health insurance premiums.
401(k) with up to a 7.5% company match.
Accrued PTO: 120 hours per year for years 0–2, 160 hours for years 3–9, and 200 hours for 10 or more years.
11 paid holidays.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance at one times annual salary.
Company-paid OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E/70B, FAA Part 107, and internal O&M Tech course series; certifications remain with the employee.
Published Field Tech Development Pathway with progression to Technician IV.
Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year for approved programs.
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, disability insurance, and voluntary benefits.