Job Description
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Preferred Locations:
Milwaukee, WI & Chicago, IL Job description: Pay:
$80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Location:
Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI Candidates may be based in either market. Regional travel between sites may be required. Job description:
Are you passionate about renewable energy and eager to have a meaningful impact through your career? Rethink Electric is a rapidly growing, renewable energy operator, headquartered in Wood Dale, IL with assets across the country. We are expanding our team and seeking a Senior Solar Technician to play a pivotal role in supporting the O&M needs of our growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. About Rethink:
Rethink Electric is focused on accelerating the adoption of solar energy through disciplined execution and innovation. We believe strong culture fuels strong performance, and we are committed to building an organization rooted in accountability, collaboration, and integrity. As we grow, our culture continues to evolve, and every employee contributes to shaping the future of Rethink Electric and the solar industry. Position Overview:
The Senior Solar Technician is the highest-level field technical resource within the region. This role is responsible for independently diagnosing and resolving complex issues across a distributed portfolio of C&I and DG solar assets. This position is designed for an experienced solar professional who is comfortable operating with minimal technical oversight, making sound field-level judgment calls, and identifying true root causes—not just restoring operation temporarily. The Senior Solar Technician sets the technical standard for the region. While not a formal manager, this individual leads by example, mentor junior technicians in the field, and supports remote troubleshooting efforts to reduce unnecessary truck rolls and improve fleet uptime. This role is not intended for residential installers transitioning upward. Experience in commercial or utility-scale solar operations and maintenance is required. Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Troubleshooting & Field Authority Diagnose and resolve inverter faults, DC field issues, and AC-side electrical problems across a mixed fleet of DG and C&I systems. Perform insulation resistance testing, DC string isolation, current/voltage analysis, and inverter HMI diagnostics to determine root cause. Make informed, independent field decisions to restore production safely and efficiently. Support remote troubleshooting efforts in collaboration with the Regional Manager to reduce unnecessary dispatches. Verify inverter parameters via HMI when required and assess configuration integrity. Ownership & Documentation Discipline Operate with an ownership mindset: treat each site as if performance directly reflects personal standards. Document root cause, corrective action, and follow-up steps clearly within the work order system. Avoid "symptom-only" fixes; ensure corrective actions are durable and technically sound. Complete JSAs and required documentation thoroughly and professionally. Mentorship & Technical Leadership Set the standard for troubleshooting methodology and professionalism. Provide in-field mentorship to junior technicians when working together. Model safe work practices, diagnostic discipline, and structured problem-solving. Contribute to improving regional troubleshooting consistency and technical capability. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Perform preventive maintenance across inverter systems, DC combiners, AC disconnects, and balance-of-system components. Identify emerging trends in inverter downtime and proactively communicate recurring failure patterns. Manage field-level spare parts usage and provide input on inventory needs Qualifications:
3+ years of commercial, C&I, or utility-scale solar O&M experience. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting string or central inverter systems. Strong working knowledge of:
Multimeters Clamp meters Insulation resistance testing (megger) Inverter HMIs Excellent leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to guide a team of Service Technicians and Apprentices. Proven ability to independently diagnose electrical issues in the DC field and inverter systems. Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with various stakeholders, including clients, utilities, and service providers. Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly between sites. Strongly Preferred:
Experience reducing repeat inverter faults through systematic root cause analysis. Familiarity with DAS systems and performance monitoring tools. Experience mentoring or guiding junior technicians in the field. Not Considered:
Residential-only installation experience without commercial or utility-scale troubleshooting background. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. We request that recruiters and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this or any other role within the company. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Rethink Electric is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Location Preference:
Milwaukee, WI Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location:
In person Pay:
$80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
