Service Technician – Houston Metro; Needville, TX

Location:

Houston, Texas. Assigned onsite location: 102 J C Wicks, Needville, TX 77461 (within one hour of the site).

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. SMA America does not offer employment visa sponsorship of any kind. This position is open to candidates located within the continental United States only.

The Service Technician is responsible for maintaining utility and commercial PV plants, inverters, and all associated site equipment at an assigned onsite location. This is a full‑time, onsite‑only role based at a utility‑scale solar site in Needville, TX.

• Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and analyzes utility and commercial PV plants, inverters, and associated site equipment in the field.
• Develops a working knowledge of SMA's commercial inverter products, associated SMA accessories, third‑party accessories, and site‑specific equipment.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of PV plant operations, design, and basis of operations.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable electrical and safety codes including NEC (NFPA 70), NFPA 70E, and NESC.
• Regularly works with high voltage DC electricity, three‑phase AC power, SCADA or third‑party monitoring systems, and the relevant software and firmware of inverter and site equipment.
• Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction while striving to lower the costs of service.
• Other duties may be required or assigned.

• At least 3 years of experience in electrical, electronic, and/or network communications are required.
• Prior experience in the solar energy industry is strongly preferred.
• O&M field experience preferred; electrical backgrounds in related fields also considered.
• An associate's degree in a technical field is strongly preferred, or equivalent Apprentice/Journeyman training in electrical or PV with 2+ years of experience.

• Knowledge of PV solar and/or alternative energy markets is required.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required. German and/or Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) is required.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are required.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to work from heights, on ladders, or lift equipment.
• On‑call availability required; daily onsite presence is expected.
• This position may require periodic domestic and international travel.

• Compensation range: $28.00 – $31.00 per hour, dependent upon experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage (including $0 premium options).
• Work location:
  
  full‑time, onsite‑only position. Candidates must reside within one hour of the site in Needville, TX. Remote work is not available for this role.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we make our employment decisions on the basis of merit and without regard to one’s race, color, creed, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity, religion, marital status, age (over 40), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (includes HIV/Aids), medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics), veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by law.

In accordance with applicable law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, SMA will attempt to reasonably accommodate qualified applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship on SMA. Any qualified applicant with a disability who believes he or she requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job for which he or she is applying should identify the accommodation(s) needed in the application.