Licensed Solar Journeyman Electrician
Location: Los Angeles, California
Department: Solar Services
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.
Your Impact
As a Licensed Solar Journeyman Electrician, you will perform inspection, troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance on photovoltaic (PV) systems and related electrical equipment. This role is focused on hands-on electrical work, supporting operations and maintenance (O&M) activities across solar sites. You will be responsible for diagnosing electrical issues, performing testing, and completing repairs on PV systems, including DC and AC components, wiring, combiner boxes, disconnects, and balance of system equipment. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards. In this role, you’ll support both preventative and corrective maintenance, ensure systems are operating efficiently, and assist with general service work across solar installations. You may also provide guidance and support to junior team members in the field. Your day-to-day responsibilities include electrical troubleshooting, testing, and repair, as well as supporting broader system maintenance and site operations.
This is a 100% travel position.
Core Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical components of PV systems, including wiring, combiner boxes, disconnects, and balance of system equipment
- Perform electrical testing, including LOTO, insulation resistance (megger) testing, and infrared (IR) thermography
- Support troubleshooting of solar system issues, including string-level and system-level faults
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on solar power plant equipment in accordance with established procedures
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards
- Lead by example in maintaining safety protocols and professionalism on-site
- Complete required documentation, including work orders, service reports, and time logs
- Operate company vehicle safely and in accordance with company policies
- Maintain company vehicle and equipment in a clean, safe, and functional condition
Core Experience (Utility-Scale Required)
- Active Journeyman Electrician License required
- 3+ years of utility-scale solar experience (solar farms / ground-mount systems)
- Experience working on megawatt-scale PV systems (NOT residential rooftop solar)
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
- Experience with solar O&M / maintenance work
- Working knowledge of OSHA / NFPA 70E safety standards
- Experience using multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and testing equipment
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Physical / Work Environment
- Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
- 100% travel role (frequent travel to solar farm sites)
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust)
- Must follow all OSHA and company safety requirements
Compensation: $28.00-$50.00+ hourly/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.
In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
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.
What We Offer
Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!
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