Solar Field Technician

Solar Field Technician

Key role at QE Solar providing support to solar, battery storage (BESS), and other renewable energy systems.

$25.00/hr - $35.00/hr

• Diagnose and repair system failures at solar sites; identify and correct potential issues; support field teams with real‑time solutions.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment failures across solar, BESS and other project equipment.
• Ensure a safe, event‑free work environment by strictly adhering to company and client safety protocols, lock‑out/tag‑out compliance, JHA completion, LDL testing, and all safety policies.
• Prepare service tickets and reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications, and improvement investigations.
• Communicate with technical leads, project leads/managers, and third‑party subcontractors to ensure timely resolution of activities; support recommended performance improvements and address safety and compliance concerns.

• High School or Technical School Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Veterans or military‑experienced candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• 0‑2+ years of specialist, technical experience with solar projects, BESS, or other renewable systems; experience with data acquisition systems.

• Experience working with 600 V‑1500 V systems.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and current NFPA‑70E requirements.
• Proficient with technology and computing programs/platforms; C&I/Utility Scale solar work experience; operations of solar sites and/or project maintenance and compliance.

• Manufacturer’s certifications (e.g., Sun Grow, Power Electronics, Solectria, BYD).
• Thermography Level 1 certification.
• IT/networking skills: familiarity with RS485, Modbus, TCP/IP.
• NABCEP PV Installer Certification.
• Minimum OSHA 10/30 Certification.
• Completion of NFPA 70E courses.
• CPR/First Aid.

• Lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly.
• Move safely over uneven terrain.
• Sit or drive for prolonged periods.
• Climb ladders while carrying 50 pounds.
• Work in extreme weather.

Extensive regional travel and occasional national travel to meet client field operation needs.

• 100 % paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low cost.
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance.
• Marketplace discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more.
• Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs.
• Learning & Development Opportunities.
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance.

Dallas, TX, United States – Full‑time, On‑site.

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