Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance)
Pearce Services
$30 - $42 / hour
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Description
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Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.
Your Impact
The Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance) in the PEARCE Renewables Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs tasks involving physical labor at solar energy sites near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Solar Field Service Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of solar power plants in accordance with established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while always maintaining safety and professionalism. These are local sites-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania areas.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of Solar Utility and Sub-Station equipment.
- Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules.
- Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
- Testing/troubleshooting installed solar equipment and ensuring proper working order.
- Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
- Able work in a solo as well as a group environment.
- Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.
Core Experience
- 2+ years’ experience in Commercial/Industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) on solar power plants is preferred.
- Preventative Maintenance experience on Solar Utility equipment is preferred.
- Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills.
- Specific solar experience with Inverters, Tracker Systems, or Sub-Stations Equipment (TMEIC/SMA/Sungrow/Nextracker/ATI, etc.) is preferred.
- Takes initiative to escalate issues at site.
- Ability to train, mentor, and develop laborers into Apprentices.
- High aptitude and a strong work ethic are a must.
Physical/Work Environment
At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.
- Must live within approximately 50 miles of the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania areas.
- Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.
- Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).
- Employment may require working on weekends and holidays, including an "on call" service availability via telephone/text message.
- Travel requirements dependent on support of the company (up to 25% travel).
Compensation: $30.00-$42.00 hourly/DOE
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.
What We Offer
Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- stock options
- tuition reimbursement
- life insurance
- professional development
About this role
Pearce Services is hiring an Advanced Solar Field Service Technician to support solar power plant operations and maintenance at sites near Pittsburgh. You'd handle preventative and corrective maintenance on solar utility equipment, troubleshoot electrical components using standard diagnostic tools, and document work through digital systems. The role involves physical labor outdoors, occasional weekend and holiday work, and on-call availability, with up to 25% travel depending on company needs. You must live within 50 miles of Pittsburgh and comply with OSHA standards, including LOTO and JHA protocols.
The ideal candidate brings at least two years of commercial or industrial O&M experience on solar installations, with hands-on knowledge of inverters, tracker systems, or substation equipment from manufacturers like TMEIC, SMA, or Nextracker. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently or as part of a team and mentor apprentices. The position offers $30–$42 per hour depending on experience, plus performance bonuses, tool stipends, a company vehicle, and a full benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.
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