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Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance), Level III

Pearce Services
Minneapolis, MN, United States
$30-$42 an hour
Full-time

At PEARCE , we've got a career for you.

Join the nation's leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure.

With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation's wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation and energy storage assets.

Your Impact

The Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance), Level III in the PEARCE Renewables Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs tasks involving physical labor at solar energy sites near Norwood Young America, Minnesota.

The Solar Field Service Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of solar power plants in accordance with established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while always maintaining safety and professionalism.

This a local site-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Norwood Young America, Minnesota area.

Core Responsibilities

  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of equipment.
  • Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules.
  • Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
  • Testing / troubleshooting installed equipment and ensuring proper working order.
  • Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
  • Able work in a solo as well as a group environment.
  • Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

  • 2+ years' experience in Commercial / Industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) on solar power plants is preferred.
  • Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills.
  • Specific solar experience with Inverters, Tracker Systems, or Sub-Stations Equipment (TMEIC / SMA / Sungrow / Nextracker / ATI, etc.) is preferred.
  • Takes initiative to escalate issues at site.
  • Ability to train, mentor, and develop laborers into Apprentices.
  • High aptitude and a strong work ethic are a must.

Physical / Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

  • Must live within approximately 50 miles of the Norwood Young America, Minnesota area.
  • Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.
  • Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).
  • Employment may require working on weekends and holidays, including an "on call" service availability via telephone / text message.
  • Travel requirements dependent on support of the company (up to 25% travel).

Compensation : $30.00-$42.00 hourly / DOE

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement.

We provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Learn more about our corporate and telecom division at www.Pearce-Services.com and our renewables division at www.Pearce-Renewables.com. #LI-YW1

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