Operations & Maintenance Technician (Philadelphia Metro Area)

Sun Tribe•Philadelphia, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations & Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the operational performance of Sun Tribe's generation portfolio. This role requires hands-on technical skills in system monitoring, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective repairs. This role reflects a developing technician who is building technical depth and the ability to work independently across standard O&M activities. The role is primarily field based, with approximately 90% travel to project sites and 10% office work.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience with commercial or utility-scale solar PV systems

Nice To Haves

General understanding of electrical, structural, and construction plans
Knowledge of electrical equipment construction and operation
Experience with the National Electric Code (NEC)
Nextracker and/or ATI certification preferred
NABCEP Installation Professional and/or Technical Sales Certification preferred
Strong computer and technical skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Valid driver’s license
Demonstration of company core values: Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect

Responsibilities

Fosters positive working relationships with internal teams, asset owners, and site stakeholders
Communicates site issues in a timely and accurate manner
Builds strong relationships with host facilities and off-taker representatives
Works under the supervision of senior technicians and electricians to perform O&M tasks
Performs preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) and completes electronic reports
Responds to site outages and performs basic troubleshooting within required response times
Supports corrective repairs including component replacement and system adjustments
Documents all service visits through electronic maintenance logs and service reports
Assists with warranty equipment replacements and related documentation
Supports inventory management, including receiving and returning equipment
Utilizes monitoring platforms to review system performance, including periodic weekend monitoring
Follows and supports the organization’s safety culture
Logs safety observations and utilizes stop-work authority when necessary
Identifies jobsite hazards and escalates when work is outside scope or unsafe
Properly utilizes PPE in compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards
Builds technical knowledge across solar equipment and systems
Maintains required certifications and equipment operator licenses