Senior Field Service Technician IV – Solar

New Energy Equity•Annapolis, MD

3d•$72,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Field Service Technician is the regional technical authority for solar and energy storage systems across Maryland and the DMV area. The role is field-based and performed in person outdoors at solar sites; the technician must live within commuting distance of the territory and drive from home to job sites. This is a high-autonomy senior role responsible for operational excellence, complex preventive and corrective maintenance, state electrical permitting, regional safety approvals, vendor coordination, and mentoring field technicians. The technician performs and coordinates complex maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and quality assurance work on solar PV systems and associated electrical equipment, including medium-voltage equipment. The role operates independently in 34,500VAC and 1500VDC environments, develops corrective action plans for complex electrical faults, and holds regional authority to review and approve LOTO and switching plans before work begins. The role partners with the O&M Manager, Regional Manager, third-party vendors, and internal teams to improve site performance, coordinate repairs and warranty claims, manage project work, and maintain accurate records in the CMMS. The company provides PV training and certifications for qualified senior electricians from related fields. Applicants must have an active Maryland Master Electrician license and authorization to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Active Maryland Master Electrician license issued by the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians.
At least 5 years of senior-level field experience in solar PV, commercial or industrial electrical work, utility or generation, or industrial plant electrical work, including hands-on medium-voltage switching, grounding, and protection experience.
Master-level command of electrical theory and principles and the ability to apply them to commercial and utility-scale configurations.
Ability to work safely and independently in 34,500VAC and 1500VDC conditions.
High proficiency with specialized electrical test equipment and advanced diagnostic tools.
Elite troubleshooting, analytical, and root-cause problem-solving skills.
Advanced ability to read, interpret, and redline complex electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Experience owning electrical permitting end to end, working relationships with AHJs and inspectors, and strong knowledge of the NEC and state code sufficient to approve others' LOTO and switching plans.
Proven experience mentoring field teams and managing vendor relationships.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record meeting the ESS fleet insurance MVR standard.
Must live within commuting distance of the Maryland/DMV territory.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Solar PV-specific operations and maintenance experience.
Commissioning and quality assurance audit experience on renewable assets.
OSHA 30, NFPA 70E/70B, and FAA Part 107 certifications; the company will provide training and certification.

Responsibilities

Champion operational excellence and event-free operations across regional work.
Serve as the Regional Approval Authority for Personal Lockout/Tagout (PLOTO) and switching-plan LOTO procedures; review and approve all plans before work begins and stop work when a plan is not appropriate.
Ensure compliance with state Authorities Having Jurisdiction, electrical codes, safety regulations, and company standards.
Review, submit, and manage electrical permits in accordance with state regulations, and close permits without failed inspections or code citations.
Perform and coordinate complex preventive and corrective maintenance and deep troubleshooting on solar PV systems, including modules, inverters, combiner boxes, medium-voltage equipment, and related electrical components.
Perform commissioning and quality assurance audits for new and existing solar electric systems.
Work safely and independently in medium-voltage 34,500VAC and 1500VDC environments.
Develop corrective action plans for complex electrical faults, including grounding issues, wiring problems, and equipment malfunctions.
Supervise or review regional field work and mentor junior technicians in electrical maintenance, technical procedures, and safety protocols.
Partner with the O&M Manager to improve regional site performance, production, and operational efficiency.
Work with the Regional Manager and third-party vendors on installation, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and warranty maintenance; hold vendors accountable to scope, schedule, and warranty terms.
Manage complex, high-priority, or unusual projects as part of premium client service.
Provide feedback and recommendations on technician training, safety plans, SOPs, and O&M and commissioning processes.
Coordinate and expedite field repairs and warranty claims with internal teams and vendors, and file warranty claims on time.
Record faults, site deficiencies, and unusual occurrences, and accurately track time, materials, and travel expenses in the CMMS.

Benefits

Company-provided tools and equipment, company truck, fuel/credit card, and vehicle maintenance card.
Annual performance bonus opportunity of up to 8%.
Company-provided PPE and flame-resistant clothing kit.
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 of 120 hours per year for years 0–2, 160 hours for years 3–9, and 200 hours for 10 or more years of service.
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 certifications.
Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year for approved programs.
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, disability and voluntary benefits, and paid absences.