Vegetation Technician

New Energy Equity

Lead Technician overseeing vegetation management and site compliance for solar facilities. Directing crews and ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards across multiple regions.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take ownership of overall execution of site work across a portfolio of assigned solar facilities
Lead and direct the activities of seasonal helpers during peak periods
Become the regional resource for the identification and management of noxious and invasive plant species
Conduct site inspections, evaluating current vegetation and identifying maintenance needs for new sites
Execute all necessary work for site compliance, including operating commercial-grade mowers
Ensure year-round site accessibility by performing site inspections and assisting with snow plowing
Perform minor civil maintenance tasks, including basic fence repair and tree removal
Generate accurate site condition reports and documentation detailing completed work
Operate and maintain all assigned vehicles and specialized equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience leading a small crew or two years of commercial field service is highly desirable
Proficiency in operating heavy vegetation equipment (zero-turn mowers, brush hogs)
Valid driver's license; comfortable towing a 20-foot trailer
Ability to obtain the Pesticide Applicators license within 60 days of hire
Experience with operating a chainsaw and performing small-scale tree removal is a plus
Experience with basic fence repair is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance and Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences

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Hard Skills & Tools

Site InspectionsVegetation ManagementCommercial-Grade Mower OperationChainsaw OperationBasic Fence RepairTree RemovalSnow PlowingSite Condition Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam Coordination

Certifications

Pesticide Applicators LicenseValid Driver's License