Solar Technician 3

MN8 Energy • Victorville, CA

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Solar Technician III is MN8 Energy’s most experienced field position and performs electrical and mechanical services. The role’s primary objective is to ensure serviced equipment operates at the highest level while providing leadership and training to other field positions. The technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance and troubleshooting on solar, energy storage, and EV charging installations in accordance with MN8 and original equipment manufacturer standards.

The position requires frequent outdoor field work, travel to project locations, and participation in weekend on-call rotations. The technician may work in extreme heat or cold and in a fast-changing environment that can require quick decisions with limited processes and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with navigating internet-based programs.
• Proven experience understanding and implementing OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand basic design drawings and schematics.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of electrical theory.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform and interpret IV curve tracing to determine whether an issue exists.
• Ability to drive a vehicle and travel to project locations.
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk up to five miles in a day.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and similar structures while maintaining three points of contact.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and distinguish sounds.
• Ability to maintain body equilibrium while walking, standing, crouching, and transitioning between levels on level, narrow, or slippery surfaces.
• Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision, and ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat above 100°F or extreme cold below 32°F for periods exceeding one hour.
• Ability to exert up to 60 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to work in a fast-changing environment that may require quick decisions with limited processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate integrity, initiative, work ethic, and commitment to safety and quality on assigned tasks.
• Complete required company safety training; review and understand applicable safety policies and procedures before beginning work; and participate in weekly safety meetings.
• Oversee, direct, and train Solar Technician I and Solar Technician II employees working in the area.
• Ensure required personal protective equipment is received, inspected, and used according to applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on solar, energy storage, and EV charging installations in accordance with MN8 and OEM standards.
• Troubleshoot installations, determine root causes, and identify repairs needed to return equipment to service.
• Complete assigned tasks safely, correctly, and within the allotted time.
• Account for and maintain provided vehicles, tools, equipment, electronics, and parts; keep them undamaged and properly stored.
• Accurately complete required documentation, checklists, timecards, and photographs for work performed.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the direct supervisor.
• Drive to project locations, potentially up to six hours per day, and travel up to 50% of the time outside the service area.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance outdoors for up to 90% of the working time.
• Work weekends as part of on-call rotations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first day of the month following the date of hire
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• 401(k) with competitive employer match
• Parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED