Solar PV Technician II

Clean Energy Services•Roseville, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Energy Services is seeking a solar technician to support long-term operations and maintenance at one local, utility-scale solar plant. The technician will carry out scheduled preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair issues across the array, respond to ROC-dispatched alarms and plant events, and document work on the same day. The role works with an experienced Site Manager and a dedicated high-voltage switchman. Strong performers can take responsibility for more of the plant over time, with a path to Tech III. The position is based at one site near the Roseville/Sacramento area, with no rotation. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute meal period. Shifts may adjust for outage work, and the technician must be available for evening, weekend, and holiday response if needed. The field environment includes energized equipment and Sacramento Valley summer heat. The technician may also support on-site BESS technicians for specific tasks, within their training and qualifications. CES provides OEM certification on site equipment and supports NFPA 70E, OSHA, and First Aid/CPR training where needed. The role offers opportunities to learn alongside the Site Manager and switchman, with exposure to battery storage and medium-voltage equipment. CES supplies tools, arc-rated PPE, and a laptop, and offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on solar O&M or commissioning experience, preferably at utility scale.
String inverter troubleshooting experience on 1,000 V or 1,500 VDC systems.
Ability to troubleshoot DC circuits and ground faults using proper test equipment.
Strong lockout/tagout discipline, DC electrical safety knowledge, and working knowledge of NFPA 70E.
Ability to work safely around MV transformers and switching activity under direction.
Ability to read single-line diagrams, string maps, schematics, and OEM manuals.
Ability to write clear daily reports and use a laptop and CMMS or work order system.
Lives within about one hour of the Roseville/Sacramento area or is willing to relocate.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb, work at heights, walk on uneven ground, and work outdoors in all weather.
Availability for evening, weekend, and holiday response if needed.

Nice To Haves

California state-certified electrician (General or equivalent), electrical trainee card, or journeyman electrician background.
OEM training on utility-scale string or central inverters.
Current NFPA 70E, OSHA 10/30, and First Aid/CPR certifications.
At least 3 years of utility-scale experience and string inverter replacement experience.
MV switching experience or combined solar and BESS experience.
IR thermography certification or SCADA/data analysis experience.
U.S. military service; veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Inspect and maintain string inverters, including cleaning heat sinks and air inlets and outlets, and performing manufacturer-recommended maintenance.
Inspect, test, and torque LVAC switches, fuses, and disconnects; locate and repair loose electrical and ground connections.
Perform thermal imaging of inverter inputs, MV sectional cabinets, and LVAC connections.
Conduct visual inspections of MV transformers and assist with dissolved gas sampling.
Clean pyranometers and maintain meteorological stations and their calibration schedule.
Inspect racking, make minor repairs, and maintain wire management across the array.
Troubleshoot ground faults, string-level DC faults, and inverter alarms using a multimeter, megger, clamp meter, and thermal camera.
Review string-level health data with the ROC and investigate underperforming strings in the field.
Remove and replace string inverters and help document OEM warranty claims.
Respond to ROC-dispatched alarms and plant events.
Support MV feeder outages alongside the site switching team.
Escort and oversee OEM and vendor crews and inspect site conditions, including inside-fence debris, vegetation height, roads, and drainage.
Inspect SCADA, communications, and network equipment in the field.
Track spare parts and consumables.
Produce same-day field reports covering completed tasks, findings, parts used, follow-ups, and hours.
Assist BESS technicians on site for specific tasks when the schedule permits and the work is within the technician's training and qualifications.
Report daily to the Site Manager on work status, priorities, and schedule; perform other duties assigned by the Site Manager.
Perform work in accordance with NFPA 70E, OSHA, NEC/NESC, and CES safety policies.
Conduct job hazard analyses and tailboards before work begins, and exercise stop-work authority when a task cannot be completed safely.
Apply lockout/tagout on every job: isolate, lock and tag, test before touch, and ground where required.
Report incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, and keep training and certifications current.