Field Support Specialist; Western Region

Position: Field Support Specialist (Western Region)
* Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working
* Able to perform all essential Solar Field Service Technician Level II or Level III job responsibilities
* Perform advanced troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, testing, and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision
* Serve as a regional technical resource for corrective maintenance activities, NCS items, and escalated troubleshooting issues across multiple sites
* Travel extensively (approximately 75 percent) to support corrective maintenance activities throughout the assigned region
* Perform detailed electrical testing, troubleshooting, and repair of low, medium, and high voltage systems, including inverters, combiners, trackers, MV equipment, and substation-adjacent components
* Utilize system monitoring applications, SCADA, and plant data to diagnose system-level and equipment-level issues
* Support root cause analysis efforts and provide technical recommendations to prevent repeat failures
* Coordinate with site personnel, Field Service Leads, OCC, Project Management Teams, and other internal stakeholders during corrective maintenance activities
* Accurately account for time, materials, and corrective actions expended in the performance of job responsibilities
* Maintain a high standard of documentation, including detailed work orders, corrective action reports, NCS closeout documentation, and technical summaries
* Operate service equipment safely and maintain required records related to equipment and systems
* Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations, site-specific procedures, and work controls
* Support training and technical knowledge sharing with site technicians as needed during corrective activities
* Assess safety concerns and exercise Stop Work authority when conditions warrant
* Assess and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with management regarding implementation of improvements
* Champion diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture
* Complete other responsibilities as assigned
* High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational or Technical School training a plus
* Associates Degree or Certificate in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Mechanics preferred
* Minimum three years of experience in utility-scale solar and/or a related electrical power industry
* Strong corrective maintenance and troubleshooting background required
* Demonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practices
* Demonstrated advanced knowledge of electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment
* Strong working knowledge of utility-scale solar systems, protection devices, control systems, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-plant equipment
* Strong working knowledge of DC electrical theory and advanced troubleshooting methods for safe and effective work within photovoltaic (PV) arrays
* Ability to troubleshoot network, communications, and telemetry-related issues
* Familiarity with substation operations, including switching plans, one-line diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentation
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, wiring diagrams, field drawings, and as-built documentation
* Strong computer operation skills, including CMMS, system monitoring applications, and standard office software
* Demonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate, and thorough technical documentation and reports
* Valid OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred)
* Valid NFPA 70E Safety Training certification required
* Inverter Field Application Specialist (FAS) certifications or other relevant electrical certifications are not required, but are considered a strong plus
* Substation training and/or certifications highly recommended
* Remain current in all safety and technical trainings
* Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
* Effective organizational and time management skills, especially in a multi-site support role
* Ability to work independently at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
* Ability to work on an on-call basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
* Ability to travel extensively (approximately 75 percent), including overnight and extended assignments
* Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to operate company vehicle
* Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicals
* Requires frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more
* Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depth perception
* Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving…