Solar Field Service Technician - Level 1 (Abbott, TX)

SOLV Energy•Abbott, TX

12d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Solar Field Service Technician (Level 1) performs field maintenance and learns to follow safe work practices in the solar industry. This position is based full-time at a jobsite in Abbott, Texas, with specific location details and expectations discussed during the interview process. The technician services solar equipment across multiple solar plants under supervision, performs basic testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance using monitoring programs, and repairs or replaces equipment and parts under supervision. The role may require responding on call to emergency equipment repairs, including weekends or after-hours situations. The technician also documents work accurately, helps assess and suggest process improvements, collaborates on new technologies, and coordinates with EPC management on implementing improvements. The role requires working safely at remote locations and in extreme weather, with travel of up to 10% for training, certifications, and site coverage. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; vocational or technical school training is a plus.
Ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment through formal training or previous work experience.
Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts or systems.
Basic understanding of a solar installation or plant.
Basic knowledge of testing equipment.
Basic computer operation skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification and remain current in safety and technical training.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Effective organizational skills.
Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather.
Ability to work on call, potentially including weekends or after-hours situations.
Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to operate a company vehicle.
Ability to travel up to 10% for training, certifications, and site coverage.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Able to perform frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 pounds or more.
Able to meet physical and sensory demands including constant finger dexterity, close- and long-range vision, hearing, speaking, and depth perception; occasional climbing and carrying; and working near moving mechanical parts or in high, exposed, or difficult-to-access places.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical school training.

Responsibilities

Prioritize safety and ensure employees follow safe work practices.
Work safely in all circumstances and seek guidance on unfamiliar work.
Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.
Service solar equipment at multiple solar plants under supervision.
Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance under supervision, using monitoring programs.
Replace or repair solar parts and equipment under supervision.
Respond on call as directed by a supervisor to assist with emergency equipment repairs.
Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
Assess and suggest process improvements, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management on implementing improvements.
Uphold diversity and inclusion as part of SOLV Energy culture.
Complete applicable solar safety and technical training and remain current in required training.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety and quality practices.
Support positive customer/client satisfaction, professional growth, project team attitude, and staff development and training.