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Freedom Forever · 1 month ago

Solar Service Technician

Corona, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22/hr - $30/hr

1+ years exp

Freedom Forever is a company focused on providing solar energy solutions. The Solar Service Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and maintaining residential solar panel systems, ensuring their optimal performance and safety.

EnergyEnergy StorageSolar

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of Photovoltaic (PV) inverters, string boxes and solar panels and other components

Assist in the commissioning of the solar array and monitoring systems during project installation when needed

Ensure that PV systems are setup correctly

Perform re-roofs, roof repairs, drywall repairs as needed

Install hardware, PV modules, inverters, and monitoring equipment

Perform commissioning of inverters and inspection of solar panels

Mechanical/structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment

Respond to corrective maintenance cases on PV inverters, string boxes and solar panels; this includes troubleshooting, testing, and repairing activities

Electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)

Perform voltage testing using appropriate PPE and procedures

Prepare reports, if needed, to comply with deliverables in O&M contracts

Help in all areas of preventative and corrective maintenance as directed by manager with minimal supervision

Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, maintenance and safety

Ensure tasks are performed according to organizational requirements for quality management and environmental, health and safety standards, policies and procedures

Maintains adherence to Company policies, environmental health and safety policies and good housekeeping practices; identifies gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment and provides recommendations to higher level technical staff and management

Ability to repair all types of Roofs as well as Ground Mounts

Ability to add or remove panels on solar systems

Able to identify/isolate roof leaks

Ability to understand or have experience in Electrical Panels including Sub Panels (MBD derate, conduit bending, relocating circuits)

Ability to understand or have experience in Monitoring equipment (Cat5, Zigbee, Router, Range Extender)

Able to read and understand plans

Ability to understand or have experience with all AHJ guidelines within region

Ability to troubleshoot an inverter that is reporting production loss

Ability to understand or have experience with all types of Solar Equipment (Enphase, Solaredge, Sunpower)

Complete RMA’s and log project documentation

Understand of battery backup systems (Enphase, LG)

Experience in Electrical troubleshooting (Power outage, shorts, faults)

Understanding of Standalone Metering equipment (CT for production and consumption)

May perform required travel for extended periods at a time

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Solar experienceElectrical troubleshootingPV system maintenanceElectrical plans familiarityNEC codes understandingMechanical schematics readingCustomer service skillsSafety awarenessTeam collaborationAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

High School Graduate or GED

Must have a minimum of 1+ year solar experience

Must have electrical and roof racking experience

Experience installing all types of grid-tied inverters and be able to work with various ground and roof mount racking systems

Experience in PV Component performance and HALT testing

Experience in Electrical troubleshooting (Power outage, shorts, faults)

Familiarity with electrical plans and field layouts

Ability to read and comprehend electrical and mechanical schematics, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations

Must understand NEC (National Electrical Codes) codes that relate to PV installations

Good motivation with an attention to productivity, detail, and safety

Able to work safely with heights on ladders and in confined areas

Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks

Must be willing and able to climb ladders, stairs, work on rooftops and able to work on your feet for long periods of time

Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment

Ability to work in extreme environments (example: hot sun, cold, rain, crawl spaces)

Well skilled with power and hand tools as well as showing others how to safely use them

Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Must have a valid state driver's license

Must have a clean driving record

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Care Insurance

$50K Life Insurance

401K

Medical Reimbursement Accounts (HSA & FSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time-Off

Company

Freedom Forever

Freedom Forever provides energy efficiency solutions to optimize solar energy transmission as well as installation and financing services.

Founded in 2011

Temecula, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.freedomforever.com

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