Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

This is a Solar Commissioning & Repair Technician Department:
Distributed Generation (DG) Operations.

Reports To:

Lead Project Manager / Operations Manager

Travel Required:

Up to 75%

Location:

Avon NY 14414

4-months contract assignment (W-2)

• Commissioning — Execute commissioning plans for new DG solar installations including inverter startup, tracker system verification, SCADA/communications validation, and utility interconnection testing
• Troubleshooting & Repair — Diagnose and repair issues with PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, solar trackers, motor control cards, and balance-of-system components
• Tracker Systems — Troubleshoot and repair single-axis tracker systems (including Valmont and similar platforms), including motor replacement, MCC card diagnostics, and RMA processing
• Electrical Systems — Perform testing and inspection of AC/DC electrical systems including string testing, IV curve tracing, thermal imaging, and grounding verification
• Documentation — Maintain accurate commissioning records, as-built markups, punch lists, and repair logs; submit RMA forms and support warranty claims
• Safety & Compliance — Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards including arc flash PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures
• Contractor Coordination — Work alongside EPC contractors and subcontractors during commissioning phases and provide technical oversight for repair activities
• Site Reporting — Communicate daily site status, outstanding issues, and completion milestones to the project management team

• High school diploma or GED;
  Associate's degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Solar Energy, or related field helpful.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience in solar PV installation or commissioning
• Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems up to medium voltage
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, IV curve tracers, meggers)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Must have the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel frequently
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or Associate certification is helpful.
• Experience with single‑axis tracker platforms (Valmont, Terrasmart, Array Technologies, etc.)
• Familiarity with Also Energy SCADA and remote monitoring systems OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience working on brownfield, landfill, or environmentally sensitive sites
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer‑focused solutions, offering everything from high‑volume, cost‑effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best‑in‑class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $32.00/hr. to $37.00/hr.

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