Solar Technician/Electrician
Job Description
Position Overview
Location: New York. Company Overview: Max Solar is a leading provider of Operations & Maintenance, Asset Management, and Technical Services for solar photovoltaic and battery storage systems in the commercial marketplace. As a comprehensive services provider, we support client needs throughout the entire project life cycle to maximize energy, environmental, and financial benefits.
Position: Field Technician. This role is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving solar PV and battery storage system issues, including emergency repairs/corrective maintenance, design change requirements, equipment modifications/upgrades, as well as performing Preventative Maintenance activities, QA/QC inspections, system commissioning, and pre-con site assessments.
Key Responsibilities
- Learning and performing routine maintenance tasks on solar modules and associated equipment.
- Assisting higher-level technicians with troubleshooting and resolving minor system issues.
- Completing basic tasks independently once competence is verified.
- Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of electrical diagrams and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for systems rated up to 1000 VDC and below 600 VAC.
- Applying strong knowledge of electrical safety practices, including proper PPE selection and awareness of arc flash and shock hazards.
- Assisting with site inspections, field evaluations, and supporting equipment/component retrofits on site.
- Maintaining accurate documentation in Salesforce, Insperity, and inventory management systems.
- Adhering to all Max Solar safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors, while providing basic technical support to customers when needed.
- Staying informed on industry trends and emerging technologies, including a foundational understanding of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) and networking principles.
- Understanding general NEC requirements for photovoltaic systems and adhering to industry best practices (IEC-62446, IEC-62548, IEC-63049, IEC-61724, NREL-2018 Best Practices for O&M).
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Salary & Performance-Based Incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement