Solar Technician

Job Summary

• Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics. May include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks. Some travel may be required.

• What You Will Do
• Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
• Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions.
• Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features.
• Demonstrate system functionality and performance, including start-up, shut-down, normal operation, and emergency or bypass operations.
• Perform routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment.
• Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
• Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.
• Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.
• Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.
• Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
• Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.
• Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.
• Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials.
• Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e., back-up alarms, the smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens).

Preferred Certifications

• NABCEP
• PVIP
• PVIS
• OSHA 10
• Electrical

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Solar: 2 years (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations