Special Projects Solar O&M Technician, Level 3

New Energy Equity

Special Projects O&M Technician (Level 3) serving as a technical expert for solar systems. Leading complex inspections and advanced troubleshooting for energy projects.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the premier technical field expert in the Special Projects division.
Work independently in high-voltage environments without direct supervision.
Lead complex inspections, specialized engineering project executions, advanced troubleshooting, and critical system diagnostics.
Own project sites, oversee subcontracted labor, and mentor and train junior technicians.
Follow a transparent Field Tech Development Pathway to Technician Level 4.
Promote and lead a culture of safety in all aspects of special project work.
Assist in the planning and execution of special projects, ensuring adherence to project procedures and schedules.
Conduct advanced preventative maintenance tasks on commercial, industrial, and utility-scale PV and energy storage systems.
Independently diagnose and troubleshoot complex system issues.
Support project tracking and communicate scheduling, budgeting, and project risks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

75% travel on short notice, including flexibility and willingness to work outside traditional business hours.
2–4 years of demonstrated experience working with electrical systems, with specific experience in solar O&M, installation, or commissioning.
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field highly preferred.
OSHA 30-hour certification required.
NFPA 70e certification required (NFPA 70b familiarity is a plus).
FAA Part 107 Certification (and proficiency operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes) required.
NABCEP certification (PV Installer, PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist, or O&M Specialist) is a plus.
Proficient knowledge of electrical systems, solar energy principles, grid-tied systems, power generation, and solar technologies.
Proficient in the use of specialized electrical and PV-specific diagnostic tools (e.g., I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers).
Ability to read, interpret, and work from complex electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and PV system as-builts.
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to an 8% performance bonus paid out annually.
Company truck, company credit card, vehicle maintenance card, tools, and equipment provided.
Company-provided PPE and Fire Resistant clothing kit provided (including bibs, jackets, pants, and shirts).
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, the company pays 80% of health insurance premiums, plus a 401(k) with up to a 7.5% company match.
Paid time off accrued each pay period, 120 hours per year (years 0–2), 160 hours (years 3–9), and 200 hours (10+ years), plus 11 paid holidays.
8 weeks of paid parental leave.
Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance at one times your annual salary.
Company-paid certifications and training, including OSHA, NFPA 70e/70b, FAA Part 107, and the O&M Tech course series.
Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 annually for approved educational programs.

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical systemssolar O&Minstallationcommissioningpreventative maintenancetroubleshootingsystem diagnosticsproject managementgrid-tied systemssolar technologies

Soft Skills

independent workleadershipmentoringcommunicationflexibilitysafety cultureplanningorganizationproblem-solvingteam collaboration

Certifications

OSHA 30-hour certificationNFPA 70e certificationFAA Part 107 CertificationNABCEP certification