Solar Field Service Lead; Paris, TX

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Paris, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

• Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Able to perform all essential Field Service Technician Levels 1-4 job responsibilities.
• Performs, directs, and supervises site maintenance, repair, troubleshooting as directed by management, adhering to company and industry safety standards.
• Ensures a safe working environment through strict adherence to and enforcement of company and industry safety standards.
• Implements repairs to unfamiliar solar equipment, systems and plants with a minimum amount of training and familiarization safely.
• Directs and takes responsibility for safety regulations and work procedures for the team.
• Understands, follows and communicates safety regulations and work procedures.
• Supervises and provides ongoing training for Solar Technician Level I, II, III, and IV employees.
• Prepares timely and accurate documentation and required reports related to site operation.
• Assesses and suggests improved processes, collaborates on new technologies, and coordinates with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements.
• Upholds diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.
• Responds “on‑call” as directed by supervisor to assist in emergency equipment repairs.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, vocational/technical school training a plus.
• Minimum four years of experience in solar facility maintenance and repair.
• Demonstrates advanced computer operation skills and ability to operate system monitoring applications.
• Advanced working knowledge of solar systems/plants, protection devices, control devices, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters and transformers.
• Ability to troubleshoot network and telemetry issues.
• Ability to pass an exam on international and domestic electrical schematics and symbols.
• Ability to pass an exam on electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to pass an exam on reading and interpreting hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams.
• Effective computer operation skills and ability to operate system monitoring applications.
• Valid OSHA 30 certification.
• Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification.
• Remains current in all safety and technical trainings.
• Demonstrates ability to be self‑sufficient and safe under any conditions.
• Effective verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Works well with PM, management, OCC, HV, SCADA, Performance, Networking/IT, Compliance teams.
• Can work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).
• Can work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after‑hours situations).
• Can work with other techs to complete tasks with these team members.
• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle.
• Can assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns are raised.
• Able to travel (up to 10%) for training, certifications, and site coverage.

• Ability to do monthly reporting for both maintenance reports and performance reports.
• Ability to create and adhere to site specific schedules.
• Knows complete site scope and contract.
• Can prioritize levels of response to issues across the numerous plants in the region, and determine most effective use of resources available.
• Works with the Performance teams to meet availability guarantees, and build risk management strategies to mitigate any shortfalls.
• Interacts with various Asset managers and owner’s reps, such as creating and running conference calls, onsite meetings, and keeping them effectively connected with the operation of their facilities.
• Takes ownership of the facilities they…