Solar Field Service Technician (Snyder, TX)

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Solar Field Service Technician (Level 1) will perform field maintenance and learn to follow safe work practices of the solar industry.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Snyder, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

Position Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working 

• Work safely under all circumstances, seek guidance regarding unfamiliar work to ensure safety and understanding of tasks to be performed. 

• Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling. 

• Service solar equipment in multiple solar plants under supervision 

• Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks under supervision and utilizing monitoring programs. 

• Replace or repair solar parts and/or equipment under supervision. 

• Respond “on‐call” as directed by supervisor to assist in emergency equipment repairs. 

• Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed 

• Complete other responsibilities as assigned 

• Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements 

• Uphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.  

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance: 

• Successful completion of applicable solar work safety and technical training program 

• Adherence to Company policies and procedures 

• Excellent attendance and punctuality 

• Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices 

• Customer/Client satisfaction 

• Improved personal professional growth and education 

• Positive project team attitude 

• Staff development and training 

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus 

• Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training or previous work experience. 

• Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. 

• Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems. 

• Demonstrated basic understanding of a solar installation/plant. 

• Demonstrated basic knowledge of testing equipment  

• Basic computer operation skills 

• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions. 

• Obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification 

• Remain current in all safety and technical trainings. 

• Effective verbal and written English language communication skills. 

• Effective organizational skills 

• Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather) 

• Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations) 

• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle. 

• Able to travel (up to 10%) for training, certifications, and site coverage. 

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: 

• Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals 

• Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more. 

• Constant finger dext