At Freedom Forever, our mission is simple: deliver high‑quality residential solar that homeowners can trust. We’re looking for talented individuals who value craftsmanship, collaboration, and purpose‑driven work. If you’re motivated by quality results and making a difference in the renewable energy space, this is your opportunity to join a team that shares your values.Are you passionate about renewable energy and making a positive impact on the environment? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-paced industry? Look no further! Freedom Forever, a leading residential solar company, is seeking a talented and motivated Solar Service Technician to join our team.As a ServiceTechnician youwill report to theRegional ServiceManager and are responsible for completing service calls as dispatched, providing diagnostic, troubleshooting solar panel systems and electrical, preventive, and corrective maintenance services to FreedomForever'sinstalled Residential systems. ESSENTIALJOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of Photovoltaic (PV) inverters, string boxes and solar panels and other components
Assistin the commissioning of the solar array and monitoring systems during project installation when needed
Ensure that PV systems aresetupcorrectly
Perform re-roofs, roof repairs, drywall repairs as needed
Install hardware, PV modules, inverters, and monitoring equipment
Perform commissioning of inverters and inspection of solar panels
Mechanical/structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment
Respond to corrective maintenance cases on PV inverters, string boxes and solar panels;thisincludes troubleshooting, testing, and repairing activities
Electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)
Perform voltage testing usingappropriate PPEand procedures
Prepare reports, if needed,tocomply withdeliverables in O&M contracts
Help in all areas of preventative and corrective maintenance as directed by manager with minimal supervision
Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installationmethodology,maintenanceand safety
Ensure tasks are performed according to organizational requirements for quality management and environmental, health and safety standards,policiesand procedures
Maintains adherence to Company policies, environmental health and safety policies and good housekeeping practices;identifiesgaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment andprovidesrecommendations to higher level technical staff and management
Ability to repair all types of Roofs as well as Ground Mounts
Ability to add or remove panels on solar systems
Able to identify/isolate roof leaks
Ability to understand or have experience in Electrical Panels including Sub Panels (Mdb derate, conduit bending,relocatingcircuits, etc.)
Ability tounderstand or have experience in Monitoring equipment (Cat5,Zigbee, Router, Range Extender and ETC)
Able to read and understand plans
Ability to understand or have experiencewith all AHJ guidelines within region
Ability to troubleshoot an inverter that is reporting production loss
Ability to understand or have experience with all typesof Solar Equipment (Enphase,Solaredge,Sunpowerand ETC
Complete RMA’s and log project documentation
Understand of battery backup systems (Enphase, LG andETC )
Experience in Electrical troubleshooting (Power outage, shorts, faults and ETC)
Understanding of Standalone Metering equipment (CT for production and consumption)
May performrequiredtravelfor extended periodsat atime
Experience installing all types ofgrid-tierinverters and be able to work with various ground and roof mount racking systems
Experience in PV Component performance and HALT testing
Experience in Electrical troubleshooting (Power outage, shorts, faults, andETC)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with electrical plans and field layouts
Ability to read andcomprehendelectrical and mechanical schematics, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
Must understand NEC (National Electrical Codes) codes that relate to PV installations
Good motivation with an attention to productivity, detail, and safety
Able to work safety with heights on ladders and in confined areas
Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
Must be willing and able to climb ladders, stairs, work on rooftops and able to work on your feet forlong periodsof time
Be able to lift 50 pounds of weightfrequentlythroughout assigned workday
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ABILITIES
Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Stand for long periods of time
Walk or run for long periods of time
Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles
Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
Repeat the same movements
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
Determine the distance between objects
Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
Understand the speech of another person
Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
See differences between colors, shades, and brightness
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side
Lift 50+ pounds
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS(Employee is required to travel for business purposes, not including commute to and from work.)If required to travel,musthave a valid Driver's License/Insurance and the ability to drive a personal vehicle to different sites.Freedom Forever is an equal opportunityemployer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following: Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene.
Job based in Virginia not seeking remote employees.
