PV Solar Field Technician II

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a PV Solar Field Technician II in Palo, Iowa. This full-time position involves operating and maintaining solar PV systems, including troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues. Responsibilities include reliability engineering, warranty management, and compliance with safety programs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience. Preferred qualifications include trade school education and electrician licensing.
PV Solar Field Technician II (Duane Arnold)
Date: May 19, 2026


Location: PALO, IA, US, 52324


Company: NextEra Energy


Requisition ID: 95170


NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals.


Position Specific Description
This position sits within the Power Generation Division which is responsible for all of NextEra Energy's non-nuclear generation operations, exceeding 40,000 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity. The intended employee will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar PV collection assemblies, battery energy storage, AC/DC inverters on multiple solar power plants to achieve safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operations.


In this role, an employee will maintain all tools, shops, vehicles, and all work locations in a safe and efficient condition, provide inspections of watch, electrical, mechanical, and electronic troubleshooting for solar arrays and inverters.


Inspection is performed daily for fluid system breaches, mechanical component breakage or misalignment, and electrical component failures preventing inverters from producing grid power.


A candidate would be responsible for supporting teammates in nearby states in the region, and maintaining reliability, operations and maintenance for sites assigned area.


Job Duties & Responsibilities

Reliability engineering
Warranty management
Operation and basic maintenance
Electrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairs
Safety and Environmental program stewardship
Supervisory duties of NEE employees and contractors
Mechanical troubleshooting and repairs
Business duties and Inventory management
Regulatory compliance
Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School Graduate / GED
Experience: 1+ years
Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

Trade School Graduate
Licensed Electrician
Licensed Master Electrician
Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.