TradeForce Staffing Solutions is assisting a leading solar company who is currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic Solar Techs for our traveling operations crews. Our client works in all sections of solar including utility, commercial, and residential.

Service Tech II & III positions
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. Must be able to lead and give instruction to other employees supporting the project.
• Expected to be able to safely diagnose and troubleshoot active issues within the PV array from the module up to the inverter level and repair active positive/ negative ground faults in the field.
• Must be able to read schematics and understand how the configuration of the array directly applies to this information.
• Will be responsible for applying LOTO when necessary and ensuring that existing RNWBL protocols are adhered to.
• Additional is required on a non-specific basis to include combiner box repairs/ modification/ replacement, module replacement and in-line string repair/ replacement. This may also include running new homerun cable from the inverter to the combiner box.
• Fluency of electrical meters, IV-Curve Tracing, Megger testing and properly take thermal imaging, 1500 vDC PV systems and power isolation of PV systems is required.
• Always follow RNWBLs rules of the road.

Experience Needed
• 3-4+ years suitable employment experience; High aptitude and a strong work ethic is a must.
• Apply NFPA 70E/OSHA 10 training.
• Must be able to demonstrate electrical competency and an understanding of the PV Circuit in the field, inverter training is preferred.
• Fluency of electrical meters, IV-Curve Tracing, Megger testing and properly take thermal imaging, 1500 vDC PV systems and power isolation of PV systems is required.
• Experienced in using computers and other forms of equipment including Microsoft Excel and other IT platforms for reporting and tracking project progress.

Physical/Work Environment
• Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).
• Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions.
• Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.

Pay Range:
• Tech 2 (3+ years) $26.00 - $28.00
• Tech 3 (6+ years) $29.00 -$32.00
• Lead $32.00 - $34.00

If you feel that you would be a good fit for this position, please e-mail an updated resume or a detailed description of your work history.