Field Operations Manager (Solar)

Required Skills & Experience

Strong experience working with commercial solar/PV systems. Experience with small to mid-sized commercial solar installations, maintenance, and/or service. Strong hands-on knowledge of solar electrical systems and the ability to troubleshoot issues in the field. Previous experience managing or leading field technicians, electricians, installers, or solar crews. Project management experience, including scheduling, field coordination, travel, and problem resolution. Ability to evaluate an unfamiliar solar system, diagnose problems, and develop an appropriate solution. Experience working on large commercial installations and managing work occurring in the field. Comfortable with extensive national travel, primarily Monday-Friday. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and make decisions in the field.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Master Electrician license or strong electrician/electrical background. Commercial solar Operations & Maintenance (O&M) experience. Experience servicing or troubleshooting solar systems installed by third parties. Experience managing multiple crews or projects across different states/regions. Experience supporting solar installations for banks, retail locations, or other general commercial facilities.

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Commercial Solar Field Operations Manager to oversee commercial solar projects and field teams across the U.S. This person will combine hands-on commercial solar knowledge with project management and team leadership experience. The ideal candidate understands how commercial solar systems are designed, installed, maintained, and troubleshot and is comfortable traveling to project sites to diagnose issues, lead field teams, and ensure work is completed successfully.

This is a highly field-focused role for someone who can arrive at a system they may not have originally installed, understand what is happening, identify the problem, and lead the team through the appropriate solution.

Pay rate: $50-60/hr