The Solar Field Service Technician is directly responsible for the safe, productive, day-to-day onsite operations of Commercial and Utility Scale Solar PV plants. From performing preventative maintenance and inspections, to troubleshooting and making repairs to maximize production, the Solar Field Service Technician gets to exercise a variety of skill sets and has constant opportunities to learn more — all while making an impact on our safe, reliable, clean energy future.Â
Field Service Technician 1 is a foundational operator within ACT's ACTivate Technician Track, gaining technical skills, safety competency, and company culture fluency under the supervision of senior technicians and Field Leadership. This role supports preventative and corrective maintenance and inspection tasks on solar modules, trackers, inverters, and medium-voltage equipment while demonstrating consistently safe work behavior.Â
This position may be filled through direct external hire or internal promotion. It is not required that a candidate have held any other position on the ACTivate Technician Track prior to this role; the qualifications below reflect the minimum experience and competencies needed to perform the job, however they were gained.Â
This role is based in the field and is not assigned to the ACT Power Services main office location, nor is it a traditional work-from-home position. Employees primarily work from customer sites where ACT Power Services provides Operations & Maintenance services. While the listed location(s) are preferred based on the primary site assignment, candidates residing in other locations may be considered. Travel to other sites across the United States may be required based on operational and business needs.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIESÂ
- Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you doÂ
- Assist in and support routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting, and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities, including inverter (string or central) maintenance and repairsÂ
- Perform string-level troubleshooting and repairs, tracker inspections, and basic maintenance supportÂ
- Conduct routine vegetation and site equipment inspections, including monthly inspectionsÂ
- Clean or replace damaged components as directedÂ
- Apply fundamental knowledge of NEC code, electrical theory, and industry best practices, with continuing education as assignedÂ
- Perform basic electrical testing (IR, continuity, grounding, voltage) under supervisionÂ
- Responsible for dispatching and remediation efforts on repairs under 50VÂ
- Maintain company property such as vehicles, tools, meters, and plant stockÂ
- Maintain service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventory; log data into Fiix, TrueContext, Deputy, and ACT SharePointÂ
- Conduct and log vehicle inspections on timeÂ
- Initiate warranty claims with equipment vendors/OEMs as neededÂ
- Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazardsÂ
- Conduct pre-job brief analysisÂ
- Actively participate in the Good Catch Program and BBSO observationsÂ
- Attend maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical writing training as assignedÂ
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSÂ
- 6 months to 1 year of relevant field experience in solar, electrical, or a related technical/mechanical trade; or successful completion of ACT's Apprentice program (equivalent training and education also considered)Â
- Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) sign-off, or ability to obtain sign-off within an established onboarding periodÂ
- OSHA 10 General Industry certification, or ability to obtain within the first 90 daysÂ
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret drawings, including identification of fuses, breakers, switches, power sources, and major BoS equipmentÂ
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suiteÂ
- Ability to take direction and complete tasksÂ
- Valid Driver's LicenseÂ
- Must have the ability to travel around 20% and work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends as neededÂ
- FAA Part 107 certification, a Technical Writing course, and ACT High Voltage/Medium Voltage training completed or in progressÂ
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSÂ
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required.
- Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
- Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
WORKING CONDITIONSÂ
Work is performed mostly outside in the field at job sites. Some sites have offices available. The ability to work in inclement weather conditions is required.
SCHEDULE:
- Extended hours
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating on call schedule (weekends)
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)/Roth (with employer match)
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
- FSA, HSA, Dependent CareÂ
- Short-Term & Long-Term DisabilityÂ
- Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance (Group & Supplemental)
- Legal Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
- Pet InsuranceÂ
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off, Sick Time
- Parental & Other Extended Leaves
- Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Training & DevelopmentÂ
- Performance Bonus
Employment with ACT Power Services is at-will, where permitted by applicable law.
The statements above describe the general nature of the work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or related needs to perform the essential functions of the position.
ACT Power Services is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.Â
ACT Power Services does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters.
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