Solar Field Service Technician (Desert Center, CA)

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:
The Solar Field Service Technician (Level 1) will perform field maintenance and learn to follow safe work practices of the solar industry.

Job Description:



*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:


* Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working


* Work safely under all circumstances, seek guidance regarding unfamiliar work to ensure safety and understanding of tasks to be performed.


* Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.


* Service solar equipment in multiple solar plants under supervision


* Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks under supervision and utilizing monitoring programs.


* Replace or repair solar parts and/or equipment under supervision.


* Respond "on-call" as directed by supervisor to assist in emergency equipment repairs.


* Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed


* Complete other responsibilities as assigned


* Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements


* Uphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:


* Successful completion of applicable solar work safety and technical training program


* Adherence to Company policies and procedures


* Excellent attendance and punctuality


* Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices


* Customer/Client satisfaction


* Improved personal professional growth and education


* Positive project team attitude


* Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:


* High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus


* Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training or previous work experience.


* Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.


* Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems.


* Demonstrated basic understanding of a solar installation/plant.


* Demonstrated basic knowledge of testing equipment


* Basic computer operation skills


* Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.


* Obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification


* Remain current in all safety and technical trainings.
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