About Us: Energy Select is a Maryland-based renewable energy company with offices and service area in both Leonardtown and Cumberland Maryland. We provide local and expert services in solar, home-energy efficiency, storage systems, solar repair, and EV chargers. With 20 years in electrical services we are prepared for any challenge the market might face and are excited to find qualified and motivated individuals to join our service team.
Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Solar Service Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of large-scale commercial solar PV systems. This position will primarily service commercial sites throughout Maryland, with a strong focus on the greater Washington, D.C. metro area (excluding sites located within Washington, D.C. itself) — including Prince George's, Montgomery, Anne Arundel, Howard, Charles, and Calvert Counties. You will diagnose system issues, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, monitor system performance, and ensure commercial systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with code. This position requires a solid understanding of commercial-scale electrical and PV systems, strong independent troubleshooting ability, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship and customer service.
Responsibilities:
System Service & Maintenance:
- Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and performance testing on large commercial solar PV systems, including modules, inverters, combiner boxes, disconnects, monitoring equipment, and associated electrical components.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot underperforming or non-functioning systems using monitoring platforms, diagnostic tools, and hands-on electrical testing to identify root causes.
- Perform corrective repairs on commercial PV systems, including component replacement, wiring repairs, and reconfiguration of electrical connections as needed.
- Service and troubleshoot battery storage systems, rapid shutdown devices, and grid interconnection equipment on commercial installations.
- Complete service work efficiently while minimizing system downtime and disruption to commercial site operations.
- Ensure all service and repair work is completed in full compliance with local building and electrical codes, NEC requirements, safety standards, and utility interconnection requirements.
- Travel to commercial sites throughout Maryland and the surrounding D.C. metro area to perform scheduled service visits and respond to service calls in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate, detailed service records, including work performed, parts used, system performance data, and photo documentation for each site visit.
- Communicate clearly with the service manager and office regarding job status, parts needed, and any site conditions affecting scheduled work.
- Follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, arc-flash precautions, fall protection, and PPE requirements when working on rooftop, ground-mount, and carport commercial systems.
- Maintain a safe working environment at all times and immediately report any safety hazards or incidents.
- Represent Energy Select in a professional, courteous, and customer-focused manner at all times, ensuring a positive experience for commercial clients and partners.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of hands-on experience servicing, troubleshooting, or installing commercial or utility-scale solar PV systems, or equivalent relevant electrical experience.
- Strong working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, PV system components (inverters, combiner boxes, disconnects, transformers), and commercial electrical distribution.
- Proficient in the use of hand and power tools, and electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers).
- Comfortable working at heights, on rooftops, and in confined spaces; able to safely climb ladders and use fall protection equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and troubleshoot independently in the field.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for documenting service work and coordinating with clients and staff.
- Clean driving record
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
