Solar Inspections / Maintenance Technician

Join our team of experts as a Solar Maintenance/Inspection Technician and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and performance of our large-scale solar energy systems. As a seasoned technician with a proven track record in solar maintenance and repair, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, make a significant impact on the future of clean energy, and build a career with a growing solar provider. Don’t miss this chance to advance your career and make a difference in the industry – apply now!

About the Role:

Your responsibilities will include providing support services, troubleshooting and resolving solar system issues, performing minor equipment replacements, and participating in post-installation final inspections. To excel in this role, you should have a deep understanding of solar and battery systems and their potential problems, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal teams. We are looking for a highly skilled and professional PV systems expert with a proven track record of success in solving a wide range of PV and battery system issues. This position requires travel within a 100-mile radius of our main office.

As the Simply Solar Inspections Technician, you will:

Travel to client sites around the Bay Area

• Prepare completed solar systems for final inspection
• Meet with building inspectors for post-installation final inspections
• Complete accurate pre-design site inspections
• Diagnose and repair minor system issues
• Record technical corrections for our solar crews and electricians

Required Skills:

• Valid CA Drivers license and clean driving record
• Experienced with SolarEdge and Enphase PV systems
• LG Chem, SolarEdge, and/or Enphase battery experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience working on solar systems
• Minimum 1 year of experience working on solar inverters and electrical panels
• Strong spatial and basic math skills
• Proficiency with online and mobile-based software tools
• Must be comfortable with heights/on roofs
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to climb stairs and two-story ladders, walk on roofs, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds, and operate a motor vehicle

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Prior construction experience

What we’re offering

• $24- $32 per hour depending on experience
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 10 days PTO in your first year
• Plus 7 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) plan
• And more!

About Simply Solar:

Simply Solar is one of the fastest-growing Bay Area Solar providers, and we’re looking for new members to join our team of motivated, intelligent, and incredible people! When you join the Simply Solar team, you’re joining an amazing culture of people who care deeply about the work they do. You’ll also love working in the solar industry, where you can come to work each day knowing you’re doing your part to keep the environment healthy. We offer competitive pay with excellent benefits, company trips & events, PTO, 401K, and more. Plus, we’re pet-friendly!

At Simply Solar, we are dedicated to helping California communities adopt clean energy and achieve a brighter future. We are community-driven, education-oriented, and quality-obsessed. We envision a world powered by renewable energy, and work tirelessly to save California homeowners money by empowering them to be energy independent. Our team is made up of individuals who care deeply about customer outcomes and are passionate about the work that they do.