Solar Technician, Level 1 in Somerset

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high‑growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and is developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full‑lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long‑term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment.

Job Summary

The Solar Technician is responsible for performing routine preventive maintenance on utility‑scale solar PV systems, including inverter stations, combiner boxes, and weather stations, to include diagnosing and troubleshooting system issues using SCADA and on‑site testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Ensure that all tasks are performed safely and in accordance with site operating procedures.
• Complete Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out (LOTO), JSAs, permit to work, and job‑specific documentation to ensure safe maintenance and repair execution.
• Conduct inspections and thermal imaging to detect potential electrical and mechanical failures.
• Replace and repair system components such as fuses, wiring, circuit breakers, and modules.
• Document all maintenance and repair activities using CMMS and reporting tools.
• Proactively identify and recommend improvements to job‑specific processes and procedures.
• Perform balance of plant (BOP) and switchyard work as required.
• Perform electrical testing as necessary, including insulation and thermal testing.
• Use Microsoft Office and computer software tools in support of communication, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Identify gaps in safety standards and recognize safety risks in the environment.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and perform immediate troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with site protocols for access, HSE, security, deliveries, and inspections.
• Be available to support operations outside traditional hours, including emergent abnormal conditions and O substation maintenance.
• Must be competent in power plant safety protocols.
• Must be competent in electrical safety.
• Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability and willingness to occasionally travel to and from job sites as assigned, including supporting other sites.
• Routine operation of a computer/tablet and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Frequent oral and written communications.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Complete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe.
• Must be adaptive to new technologies and methods.
• Must take ownership of responsibilities and look beyond the work task, with regards to discovering new opportunities for corrective work.

Preferred

• Associate degree in engineering or related field from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internet.
• Technical certification in Electrical Technology, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70E training.
• Knowledge of SMA, Sungrow, or similar inverter platforms.
• Basic understanding of vegetation management requirements on solar sites.

Physical work: perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying items up to 50 lbs. Work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.