Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance)

Pearce Services is hiring an Advanced Solar Field Service Technician for Operations and Maintenance roles at solar power plants near Lakeland, Florida. The position covers local sites and requires candidates to reside within 50 miles of the area. Work involves preventative and corrective maintenance on utility-scale solar equipment in line with established standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on solar utility and substation equipment.
• Complete documentation such as work orders, time logs, inventory control records, and emergency information schedules.
• Troubleshoot electrical components using digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar tools.
• Test and troubleshoot installed solar equipment to confirm proper operation.
• Apply Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) procedures during all site activities.
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle in compliance with company and insurance requirements.
• Support on-call service availability via telephone or text message, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Travel as required to support company operations, up to 25 percent.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in commercial or industrial operations and maintenance on solar power plants preferred.
• Preventative maintenance experience on solar utility equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills.
• Specific experience with inverters, tracker systems, or substation equipment such as TMEIC, SMA, Sungrow, Nextracker, or ATI preferred.
• Compliance with OSHA standards required.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Capacity to work outdoors while exposed to ambient temperatures.
• Valid driver's license meeting company and insurance standards.
• Residence within approximately 50 miles of Lakeland, Florida required.

Benefits

• Compensation of $30.00 to $42.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool and equipment stipends, fuel stipends, company vehicle, and per diem eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
• Company-provided vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet, tools, and safety equipment as required for the role.