Solar Opertaions & Maintenance Technician II

One Tech Engineering is looking for a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician located in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician will perform advanced inspections, preventative maintenance, and core system troubleshooting.

The candidate must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate should have a minimum 2 years of solar or related electrical field experience.

Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Lead by example in promoting a safe working culture in the field.
• Safely perform approved hazardous electrical energy control procedures and select the exact PPE required for each task.
• Participate in and actively critique Pre-Job Briefs and Job Safety Analysis (JSA); utilize personal LOTO as a worker, or act as the work leader when approved.
• Perform comprehensive electrical and mechanical inspections of solar energy systems.
• Conduct advanced preventative maintenance tasks, including infrared thermography, insulation resistance testing, and I/V curve tracing.
• Help develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for assigned sites.
• Independently diagnose and troubleshoot system and operational issues.
• Safely operate and troubleshoot in 600Vac and 1500Vdc environments without direct supervision.
• Utilize specialized diagnostic tools and technical root-cause analysis to handle equipment repairs and replacements as needed.
• Create and maintain detailed, accurate documentation of inspections, maintenance, and repairs with minimal oversight.
• Prepare clear technical reports and actionable equipment recommendations for the Team Lead.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, safety updates, and emerging technologies.
• Share knowledge, technical expertise, and supportive guidance with junior technicians on-site.
• Contribute to improving the quality, clarity, and safety content of company training materials.
• Assist team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the solar industry or a related electrical field.
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical systems, solar energy principles, and grid-tied systems.
• Familiar with using specialized diagnostic tools such as I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) is preferred.
• FAA Part 107 Certification (and familiarity operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes).
• OSHA 30-hour and NFPA 70e certifications are preferred.
• Strong analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead by example when collaborating with junior technicians.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.