Job Description
SOLV Energy, a provider of infrastructure services for utility-scale solar, battery storage, and high-voltage substation projects, seeks a Solar Field Service Technician (Level 1) in Lakeview, OR. This position emphasizes safety and hands-on learning in field maintenance across multiple solar plants.
About the Role
You will perform field maintenance and repair work on solar equipment at utility-scale installations while developing proficiency in safe solar industry practices. Working under supervision, you will gain technical knowledge through hands-on experience with solar systems, equipment testing, and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Service solar equipment at multiple solar plants under direct supervision
- Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks using monitoring programs
- Replace or repair solar parts and equipment under supervision
- Operate and maintain company equipment, tools, and property
- Respond on-call as directed to assist with emergency equipment repairs
- Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed
- Identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out procedures on energized parts and systems
- Assess processes and suggest improvements; collaborate with EPC management on new technologies
- Complete additional responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; vocational/technical school training preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work in mechanical and electrical environments through formal training or previous work experience
- Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Basic understanding of solar installations and plant operations
- Basic knowledge of testing equipment
- Basic computer operation skills
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
- NFPA 70e Safety Training certification required
- Must maintain current status in all safety and technical trainings
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
- Ability to work on-call basis, including weekends and after-hours situations
- Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicles
- Frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, and handling; constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close and distance range
- Ability to hear, talk, and maintain depth perception
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more regularly
- Occasional climbing and carrying; ability to work in high, exposed, or difficult-to-access places near moving mechanical parts
- Capability to tolerate high noise intensity levels and occasional exposure to harsh outdoor environments, vibration, dust, fumes, electric shock, radiation, and toxic/caustic chemicals
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan eligibility
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Hourly pay: $22.00–$31.00
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