LOCATION: State College, PA & Pittsburgh, PA JOB TYPE: Full-time, Permanent JOB SUMMARY: The Solar Service Technician I is a mid-level position tasked with monitoring and maintenance of our existing solar photovoltaic customers. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in the solar trades, electrical trades, or relevant trades that require troubleshooting knowledge. This is primarily a field-based position with a focus on job site execution, following existing processes, adhering to current National Electrical Code standards, and accepting direction from the Service Manager. The position requires experience performing contracting work in the residential and commercial sectors, effective communication skills, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to travel overnight. The Solar Service Technician I will be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment and interacting in a professional manner with clients. This position can evolve into other relevant positions within Envinity. Envinity will train on the job and provide self-guided training opportunities. GENERAL JOB TASKS • Continuously monitor and maintain solar energy systems to maximize their efficiency and output. Set performance improvement goals to ensure clients receive the full benefits of their solar installations. • Prioritize exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client inquiries, scheduling appointments, and ensuring clear communication throughout the service process. Aim to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and positive feedback. • Maintain accurate records of service appointments, payments, and warranty claims in Solve 360 or other designated software. Ensure all administrative tasks related to service appointments are completed promptly and accurately. • Efficiently manage the submission of warranty and RMA claims to solar equipment manufacturers. Aim to achieve a high success rate in obtaining timely replacements or repairs for faulty components. • Take the lead on system commissioning for all residential and small commercial projects. • Perform onsite troubleshooting procedures following manufacturer’s instructions. • Strategize and plan for the removal and reinstallation of solar components. • Develop estimates and proposals for presentation to clients using Microsoft Office. • Complete service paperwork neatly and clearly to be signed off upon by the client. Obtain payment via check, cash, or credit card at the end of service. • Actively participate in process improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing changes that enhance service efficiency and effectiveness. Streamline service procedures to reduce service times and increase customer satisfaction. • Maintain list of customer sites that are being monitored for potential service. • Strive for technical excellence by staying updated on industry best practices, attending relevant training, and earning necessary certifications. The goal is to become a highly skilled solar service technician capable of diagnosing and resolving complex issues. • Other duties as assigned, including assist in the installation for solar photovoltaic systems in accordance with codes and company/industry standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions. • Adhere to daily/weekly schedules and budgets for project activities under the direction of the Service Manager. • Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.). • Maintain Envinity standards of quality control, client communication and client satisfaction. • Extend a high-level service to our clients representing Envinity in a courteous, punctual, and professional manner. • Be part of a friendly, communicative part of an installation team of 3 to 4 people working on all parts of a solar power installation. • Utilize company provided communication tools. • Must be committed to safe working practices, adhering to company safety policy, knowledge of OSHA safety standards, and understand the importance of maintaining a clean job site and clean vehicles. • Participate in site hazard reviews. • Follow established safety rules and regulations. • Report near misses and incidents to the site manager and complete incident report form. WHAT MAKES A GOOD CANDIDATE • Experience in the solar, electrical, or general contracting industry. • Comfortable with using computers, Microsoft Office and handheld devices for commissioning and troubleshooting system components. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • High level of knowledge in building and electrical codes. • Willingness to travel several days per month. • Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. • Comfortable working at heights and on ladders. • Patience for long telephone holds and conversations with technical support agents. • Experience running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment. • Support of Envinity’s purpose (Decarbonize our Built Environment) and Core Values (SIMPLY Envinity - Sustainable; Impassioned leadership; Mindful, open & honest; Playfully productive; Look out for others; Yearn to learn). PAY AND BENEFITS • Competitive wages based on experience, typically $22.00/hour to $26.00/hour. • Retirement with 3% company match. • Health, vision, dental insurance. • Paid time off in accordance with current company policy. • Rollover paid time off in accordance with current company policy. • (8) paid holidays per year. • Signing bonus to support the purchase of basic tools. • OSHA 10 certification prior to starting field work. SUBMITTALS • Resume. • Cover Letter. Submit resume and cover letter to Envinitycareers@envinity.com and include the subject line, “Solar Service Technician I.” Envinity is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to hire great humans regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status; or other characteristics protected by law. Envinity highly encourages all women, minority groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Employment offers with Envinity are contingent upon successfully completing Motor Vehicle and criminal background checks. Envinity is an at-will employer.
See More Details >>LOCATION: All JOB TYPE: Full-time, Permanent JOB SUMMARY: The Solar Electrician III is a licensed professional serving in a field management position leading the electrical work on commercial solar projects. Good candidates will have 5+ years of experience in the commercial and industrial electrical trades, preferably in leading roles, and a valid electrical licensure. This is primarily a field-based position with a focus on job site execution, adhering to existing processes, adhering to current National Electrical Code standards, and accepting direction from site and project management. The position requires electrical contracting knowledge, experience performing contracting work in the commercial sector, effective communication skills, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to travel overnight. The Solar Electrician III will maintain a clean work environment, plan balance of system components installation, and interact with clients. The position involves supervisory responsibilities. Candidates must have or complete OSHA 30 certification and OSHA 70E training before starting in the field. This position can evolve into other relevant positions within Envinity such as Solar Designer I or II, Construction Manager, or Project Manager. Envinity will train on the job and provide self-guided training opportunities. GENERAL JOB TASKS • Lead the electrical installation of solar photovoltaic systems in accordance with codes and company/industry standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions. • Provide onsite supervision of company approved subcontractors and electrical team members. • Coordinate and schedule residential code inspections, make required corrections promptly and reschedule inspections as needed. Promptly submit permit paperwork back to Solar Permitting Manager. • Prepare for upcoming jobs by reviewing project estimates and designs. • Coordinate with the warehouse manager to maintain inventory and have materials ready for installation. • Conduct site visits to plan for upcoming installations. • Estimate labor and materials for select projects such as EV charging stations. • Provide onsite supervision of company approved subcontractors. • Install EV charging systems and home battery storage systems. • Adhere to daily/weekly schedules and budgets for project activities directed by the residential operations manager. • Maintain Envinity standards of quality control, client communication and client satisfaction. • Extend a high-level service to our clients representing Envinity in a courteous, punctual, and professional manner. • Be part of a friendly, communicative part of an installation team. • Utilize company provided communication tools. • Complete overhead tasks or other duties as assigned • Must follow company standards and practices, adhering to company safety policy, knowledge of OSHA safety standards, and understand the importance of maintaining a clean job site and clean vehicles. • Participate in site hazard reviews. • Follow established safety rules and regulations. • Report near misses and incidents to the site manager and complete incident report form. • Support Envinity’s purpose (Decarbonize our Build Environment) and Core Values ( SIMPLY Envinity: Sustainable; Impassioned leadership, Mindful, open & honest; Playfully productive’ Look out for others, Yearn to learn). SELECT SITE TASKS The Solar Electrician III is expected to perform all the following as part of their role: • Follow current National Electrical Code state and local building regulations. • Complete quality assurance inspections, documenting corrective actions, and ensuring completion of corrective items within reasonable timelines. • Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. • Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. • Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. • Maintain or obtain current electrician's license or identification card to meet local governmental regulations within first year of employment • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. • Assess electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. • Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment. • Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components. • Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, or solar (PV) fixtures. • Identify solutions to resolve technical design problems, including electrical systems used during construction. • Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified. • Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic system installation or materials. • Assist with programming, adjusting, or configuring inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes. • Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency. • Assist in preparation for projects by loading vehicles, gathering inventory, maintaining tools, etc. • Assist in routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment. • Adhere to company and external requirements for documenting work on site (third party QC checklists and Envinity project management software). POSITION REQUIREMENTS • Experience in the solar or electrical contracting industry. • Currently possess or can obtain Master Electrician licensure within the first year of employment. • OSHA 30 certification. • NFPA 70 E Certification. • NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification or can obtain it within the first year of employment. • Expert understanding of electrical wiring, conduit sizing, and pipe bending. • High level of knowledge in building and electrical codes. • Ability to travel overnight on occasion. • Basic carpentry experience related to the electrical trades. • Ability to read and understand electrical and structural plans and interpret field layouts. • Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. • Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.). • Comfortable working at heights and on ladders. • Experience running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment. • Must be committed to safe working practices, adhering to company safety policy, knowledge of OSHA safety standards, and understand the importance of maintaining a clean job site and clean vehicles. PAY AND BENEFITS • Competitive wages based on experience. • Retirement with 3% company match. • Health, vision, dental insurance. • Paid time off in accordance with current company policy. • Rollover paid time off in accordance with current company policy. • 20 hours Inclement Weather annually. • (8) paid holidays per year. • Signing bonus to support the purchase of basic tools. SUBMITTALS • Resume • Cover Letter Submit resume and cover letter to Envinitycareers@envinity.com and include the subject line, “Solar Electrician III.” Envinity is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to hire great humans regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status; or other characteristics protected by law. Envinity highly encourages all women, minority groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Employment offers with Envinity are contingent upon successfully completing Motor Vehicle and criminal background checks. Envinity is an at-will employer.
See More Details >>Our interns earn an average of more than $23,000 each summer! Read below to see if you’re a good fit for the opportunity. Join Our Top Sales Team as a Full-Time Sales Representative in our summer sales internship program! Location: In-Person Opportunities Only; Relocation may be required. We are seeking State College, PA residents both open to selling in the local area and relocating to customer hotspots. About Us: Are you ready to take your career in sales to the next level? We're looking for dynamic and motivated students and individuals from the State College community to join our world-class sales team this summer. Evolution is the highest-performing division in all of Vivint, a leader in smart-home and clean energy solutions. Our executive leaders are seasoned professionals who are dedicated to helping you find success. Our summer interns earn an average of more than $20,000 each summer, a testament to our products, sales acumen, and professional development. 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About You: You're the candidate we're looking for if you possess these qualities: • Organized and effective time management to consistently achieve individual and team goals. • Thrive to be a vital contributor to a rapidly growing company with a stellar reputation. • Basic knowledge of computer operations. • A courteous and customer-centric approach to your work. • Unwavering dependability with an acute attention to detail. • Strong listening and response skills. • Adaptability to embrace change and think conceptually. • Impressive problem-solving abilities. • A proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative. Join our team at Evolution and let's create success together! Apply Now to Start Your Sales Journey! Read more about State College... Solar energy and smart home technology have become increasingly important in today's world, especially for communities like State College, PA. As a town known for its vibrant community and commitment to sustainability, State College is an ideal location for embracing clean energy solutions. One of the key benefits of solar energy for the residents of State College is the potential for significant cost savings. By harnessing the power of the sun to generate electricity, homeowners can reduce their reliance on traditional utilities and lower their monthly energy bills. This is particularly important in a town like State College, where the cost of living can be high for students and residents alike. By investing in solar panels and smart home technology, residents can take control of their energy usage and save money in the long run. In addition to cost savings, solar energy is also a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional forms of energy production. State College has a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, making solar energy an attractive option for residents looking to reduce their impact on the environment. By generating electricity from the sun, residents can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a cleaner, healthier community for future generations. Smart home technology is another important component of creating a sustainable and energy-efficient community in State College. By integrating smart devices and systems into their homes, residents can monitor and control their energy usage more effectively. From smart thermostats that adjust temperature settings based on occupancy, to smart lighting systems that automatically dim or turn off when not in use, these technologies can help residents reduce their energy consumption and lower their overall carbon footprint. Furthermore, smart home technology can enhance the comfort and convenience of residents' daily lives. By automating routine tasks and providing remote access to home systems, residents can enjoy a more efficient and streamlined living experience. Whether it's adjusting the temperature from their smartphone or receiving alerts about energy usage, smart home technology can empower residents to make informed decisions about their energy consumption and overall lifestyle. Overall, the adoption of solar energy and smart home technology in State College can have a positive impact on the community as a whole. By embracing clean energy solutions and sustainable practices, residents can not only save money and reduce their environmental impact, but also contribute to a more resilient and energy-efficient town. With the potential for significant cost savings, environmental benefits, and enhanced comfort and convenience, solar energy and smart home technology are essential components of creating a brighter future for State College and its residents.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in State College, PA, often begins with specialized training and certifications, which can be pursued through community colleges, vocational schools, or online platforms. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a significant presence in Pennsylvania. The average wage for solar energy workers in Pennsylvania is approximately $2,570 per month, translating to about $642 per week. With the solar industry projected to grow by 104% by 2032, aspiring solar professionals in State College can expect a promising job market with opportunities for career advancement and competitive salaries.
