Field Inspection Specialist
United States · Remote
USD 80k-100k / year
Field Inspection Specialist
Location: , Remote, United States
Location Type: Remote
Salary Range: 80000 - 100000 USD Annually
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Seeking an experienced Field Inspection Specialist to ensure quality, safety, and compliance across solar PV and energy storage installations and service work. This role is responsible for conducting field inspections, auditing workmanship, and serving as the on-site representative for escalations and complex field conditions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct onsite inspections of solar PV and energy storage installations and service work
- Validate work against company standards, NEC requirements, OEM specifications, and AHJ codes
- Identify defects, safety risks, and compliance gaps; document findings with photos and detailed reporting
- Confirm system readiness for PTO, PVT, and long-term serviceability
- Serve as the on-site company representative for customer concerns and escalated service issues
- Interface with customers, service providers, AHJs, and internal teams to drive resolution
- Audit third-party service providers for adherence to SOPs, safety standards, and contractual expectations
- Support enforcement of quality standards and corrective actions for underperformance
- Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and jurisdictional regulations
- Deploy in support of disaster recovery events, grid impacts, and high-volume service needs
- Perform rapid system assessments, triage issues, and support restoration prioritization
- Assist with backlog reduction and targeted field initiatives
- Document inspection results and trends within designated systems
- Provide feedback on recurring issues related to materials, installation quality, and process gaps
- Support KPI tracking tied to quality, first-time resolution, and repeat service drivers
- Identify root causes of repeat visits, partial completes, and failed inspections
- Contribute to SOP development, training initiatives, and process improvements
- Partner cross-functionally to improve field execution and service outcomes
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in solar, electrical, or field service operations
- Must possess and maintain an electrical certification in jurisdictions where such certifications is mandated by state and local regulation
- Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, energy storage, and residential electrical systems
- Working knowledge of NEC and local jurisdictional requirements
- Experience with field inspections, QA/QC, or technical audits
- Ability to troubleshoot installation and performance issues in the field
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within assigned region 50%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Electrical license or experience working under a licensed qualifier
- Experience with Salesforce Field Service (FSL) or similar platforms
- OSHA 10/30 certification or equivalent safety training
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