Field Service Manager - Solar & ESS Operations

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate has a strong utility-scale solar background combined with hands-on ESS/BESS experience and proven leadership in field operations. These are local sites - candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Tucson, Arizona area.
• Core Responsibilities
• Supervise daily field operations on ESS/ utility-scale solar farm sites
• Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure project timelines are met
• Oversee troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of:
• Central and string inverters
• Combiner boxes
• DC string circuits
• Ground-mount PV systems
• Support and verify testing activities including:
• LOTO procedures
• IV curve tracing
• Megger/insulation resistance testing
• Infrared (IR) thermography scans
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards
• Conduct field inspections and quality control checks on completed work
• Coordinate with project management, operations, and site leadership teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in the field
• Complete and review service documentation, reports, and work orders
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment
• Train, develop, and support junior technicians and field personnel
• Core Experience
• Working knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS/ESS)
• Experience supporting ESS removal, replacement, recycling, or commissioning activities
• 5+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount PV systems)
• Experience supporting ESS removal, replacement, recycling, or commissioning activities
• Prior experience in a supervisory, lead technician, or crew leadership role
• Strong background in utility-scale solar O&M and field service operations
• Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (non-residential)
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting experience with:
• Inverters
• DC systems
• Power electronics
• Working knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E safety requirements
• Experience using testing and diagnostic equipment:
• Multimeters
• Meggers
• Amp clamps
• IV curve tracers
• Thermal imaging equipment
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, reporting systems, work orders)
• Physical / Work Environment
• Candidates residing near Tucson, Arizona preferred
• Frequent travel to BESS/utility-scale solar farm sites
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and dust
• Compensation: $130,000+ salary/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.
• 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.
• Base Pay Range
• $130,000 - $130,000 USD

Benefits

Additional Information

At PEARCE , we've got a career for you! 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 .

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