Senior Solar O&M Technician

Location: Remote – Mid-Atlantic / Northeast (Virginia through Massachusetts)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Travel: 80%+ | Company Vehicle Provided

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Solar O&M Technician to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility-scale solar assets throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. This is a remote, field-based position covering a regional territory from Virginia through Massachusetts, with extensive travel to solar facilities and related electrical infrastructure. A company vehicle will be provided. The Senior Solar O&M Technician will oversee plant performance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, and support the safe operation of solar generation assets. Working closely with operations management, engineering, asset management, project teams, and third-party contractors, this individual will play a key role in maximizing energy production, maintaining equipment reliability, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety procedures. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced power generation, electrical maintenance, or renewable energy professional who is comfortable working independently in the field and traveling extensively throughout an assigned region.

Key Responsibilities: Plant Operations & Performance: Monitor solar facility operations and energy production to ensure assets operate safely, reliably, and within established performance expectations. Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnose and resolve operational issues involving electrical and mechanical equipment, balance-of-plant systems, medium- and high-voltage equipment, and associated electrical infrastructure. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform and coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and equipment troubleshooting to maximize asset reliability and minimize downtime. Electrical Infrastructure: Support the maintenance and operation of collection systems, substations, and other power generation and delivery infrastructure. Contractor Coordination: Oversee third-party contractors and service providers, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and applicable agreements. Safety & Compliance: Enforce electrical safety protocols, site safety procedures, environmental requirements, and applicable codes and regulations, including relevant National Electrical Code (NEC) standards. Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and distribute operational reports, document maintenance activities, monitor plant performance, and provide operational insights to support asset management and engineering teams. Regional Field Support: Travel to assigned facilities to respond to operational events, coordinate repairs, support site activities, and serve as a company representative when working with local stakeholders and service providers. Continuous Improvement: Identify emerging equipment issues, recommend corrective actions, and proactively identify opportunities to improve plant performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. At least 6 years of experience in power plant operations, electrical maintenance, renewable energy, or a closely related field. At least 6 years of experience troubleshooting, maintaining, or supervising maintenance of medium-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems, collection systems, transmission infrastructure, or substations. Demonstrated knowledge of power generation operations, electrical and mechanical equipment, or substation maintenance. Strong understanding of electrical safety practices, power plant safety protocols, and applicable environmental and safety requirements. Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).Experience using hand tools, power tools, and standard maintenance equipment. Valid, unrestricted driver's license in good standing. Willingness and ability to travel more than 80% of the time throughout the assigned region, including overnight stays as needed. Ability to work independently in a field-based environment while collaborating effectively with internal teams and outside contractors. Strong verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to take ownership of operational issues. Proficiency with computers, tablets, Microsoft Office, and routine operational reporting. Flexibility to support occasional nights, weekends, holidays, and urgent operational events as required.

Preferred Qualifications: Direct experience operating and maintaining utility-scale solar facilities. Associate degree in engineering, electrical technology, or a related field. NABCEP certification or an applicable electrical license. Prior supervisory experience or experience coordinating contractors and field service providers. OSHA certification and current First Aid, CPR, and AED training.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements: Ability to lift, push, or pull tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, and move around industrial and solar facility environments for extended periods. Ability to work safely around electrical equipment and active power generation infrastructure. What This Opportunity OffersRemote home base with a regional field territory spanning Virginia through Massachusetts. Company vehicle provided for regional travel. Full-time, hourly compensation. An opportunity to support the reliable operation of renewable energy assets while working alongside operations, engineering, and asset management professionals. Interested candidates with a background in solar operations and maintenance, power generation, electrical infrastructure, or substation maintenance are encouraged to apply.