Lead Solar Field Service Technician III

Your Impact

As a Lead Solar Field Service Technician (Utility-Scale / PV Repair), you’ll work on large, utility-scale solar farms. You’ll handle troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of ground-mount solar systems, central/string inverters, and power plant equipment, while leading a small field crew (4+ techs). You’re responsible for making sure work is done safely, correctly, and on schedule. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with real experience on utility-scale solar sites (megawatt-scale projects).

This is a 100% travel position.

Core Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair utility-scale solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, and string circuits

Perform testing: LOTO, IV curve tracing, megger/insulation testing, IR scans

Lead and direct 2+ field technicians on active solar farm sites

Assign work, track progress, and keep jobs on schedule

Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) on utility-scale solar plants

Inspect completed work and ensure it meets quality and safety standards

Enforce safety requirements (OSHA, NFPA 70E) on-site

Diagnose system issues and resolve them in the field

Complete work orders, service logs, and required documentation

Operate and maintain company vehicle and tools

Train and support junior technicians in the field

Core Experience (Utility-Scale Required)

3+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)

Experience leading crews or acting as lead tech on-site

Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (NOT residential rooftop solar)

Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills (inverters, DC systems, power electronics)

Experience with solar O&M / maintenance work

Working knowledge of OSHA / NFPA 70E safety standards

Experience using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and testing equipment

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Physical / Work Environment

Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs

100% travel role (frequent travel to solar farm sites)

Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust)

Must follow all OSHA and company safety requirements

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.  Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation.  We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$29—$40 USD