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Solar O&M Technician

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Aerotek

Milwaukee, WI (In Person)

$84,240 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 9 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Job Description

  • Job Title:
  • Senior
  • Solar O&M Technician
  • The
  • Senior
  • Solar O&M Technician
  • is the lead field expert for a portfolio of
  • commercial, industrial, and distributed‑generation solar sites
  • . You independently troubleshoot complex inverter, DC, and AC electrical issues, ensure safe system performance, and provide technical leadership across multiple locations.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • + •Troubleshoot inverter, DC, and AC issues•and restore system production + •Perform advanced electrical diagnostics•(IR testing, string isolation, current/voltage checks, HMI analysis) + •Make independent field decisions•to minimize downtime + •Support remote troubleshooting•to reduce unnecessary site visits + •Document root causes and corrective actions•clearly and accurately + •Complete safety procedures and JSAs•for all tasks + •Mentor junior techs•and model safe, disciplined diagnostic practices + •Perform preventive maintenance•on inverters, combiners, disconnects, and BOS equipment + •Identify recurring issues•and escalate with proper documentation + •Manage spare parts•and provide inventory input + •Collaborate with monitoring teams•to validate alarms and prioritize work + •Travel regularly•across the regional site portfolio •Essential Skills•+ •3+ years•in commercial, C&I, or utility‑scale solar O&M + •Inverter troubleshooting experience•(string or central systems) + Ability to independently diagnose •DC field•and •inverter‑related•issues + Proficiency with •multimeters, clamp meters, meggers, and inverter HMIs•+ Strong communication and field leadership + Valid driver's license and willingness to travel + Ability to follow safety procedures and complete JSAs •Additional Qualifications•+ Experience reducing repeat inverter faults through •root‑cause analysis•+ Familiarity with •DAS and monitoring platforms•+ Experience mentoring junior technicians + Comfort working across •multiple C&I and DG sites•+ Preference for •commercial/utility O&M•backgrounds over residential-only experience •Why Work Here•You join a team that values •technical excellence, autonomy, and ownership•.
You'll influence system reliability across a wide region, mentor others, and work with strong remote support, modern tools, and a culture focused on
  • safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement
  • .
    • Work Environment
    • This is a
    • field‑based
    • role covering
    • Chicagoland, Southern Illinois, and Southern Wisconsin
    • . Work involves outdoor tasks around inverters, combiners, disconnects, and BOS equipment, using diagnostic tools in varied site conditions typical of solar facilities and industrial environments.
    • Job Type & Location
    • This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
    • Pay and Benefits
    • The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:
    • Medical, dental & vision
    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
    • Short and long-term disability
    • Health Spending Account (HSA)
    • Transportation benefits
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
    • Workplace Type
    • This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.
    • Application Deadline
    • This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026.
    • About Aerotek
    • We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder.
    Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
    • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
    • Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
    • Massachusetts Lie Detector:
    • It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
    • Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
    • We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.
    AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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