Clearway Energy
Solar Technician
$50K–$107K
Newburgh, New York, United States · Full-time · Posted Aug 26, 2026
- Experience
- Level II: 1+ years in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC; alternatively, 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C, and/or C&I Electrician experience. Level III: 4+ years of PV solar experience, with I&E, I&C, and/or C&I Electrician experience accepted in lieu. No prior electrical experience required for Trainee.
- Education
- High school diploma or GED required for Trainee, or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment. A 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available for this role, now or in the future.
About the job
Maintains, troubleshoots, services, and repairs solar PV systems and related equipment to support safe and efficient power plant operations.
What you'll do
- Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on solar PV systems and associated equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, control, and inverter systems; complete maintenance work orders and operational documentation as assigned.
- Follow environmental and safety requirements, including applicable procedures for electrical work and equipment switching.
What they ask for
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record; able to travel and work in varied climates and environments.
- High school diploma or GED, or willingness to obtain one within the first six months.
- For Level II: 1+ years in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC, or 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C, and/or C&I Electrician experience in lieu of solar experience.
- For Level III: 4+ years of PV solar experience, with I&E, I&C, and/or C&I Electrician experience considered in lieu; able to travel approximately 5%.
Nice to have
- Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
- 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications.
Pay
USD 50,000 - 60,000 (base salary); USD 54,000 - 77,000 (base salary); USD 62,000 - 88,000 (base salary); USD 88,000 - 107,000 (base salary); USD 50,000 — 107,000 (base salary)
Tools
solar PV systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, distributed control systems, inverter, instrumentation, control circuits, PV Solar
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