Solar Electrician / Technician
Origis Services - UTILITY SOLAR O&M•Penwell, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. This role requires understanding of solar operations and electrical systems, with the ability to perform tasks independently while following established safety procedures. Technicians contribute to the overall efficiency of site operations through preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and system monitoring.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in large-scale solar O&M (experience requirements vary by position level)
- Competency in industrial or utility power operations, troubleshooting, and general maintenance procedures
- Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA systems, and using CMMS for maintenance tracking
- Strong computer skills, particularly in SCADA and CMMS applications
- 4+ years of direct or related experience in the solar industry (for advanced positions)
- Advanced knowledge of LOTO procedures and electrical work planning (for advanced positions)
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining multiple OEM systems (for advanced positions)
- Ability to create complex schematics and work instructions (for advanced positions)
- Strong experience with industrial control interfaces (for advanced positions)
- Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests (for advanced positions)
- Follow company policies on drug-free and alcohol-free workplace compliance, ensuring safety and readiness on the job
Nice To Haves
- Electrical certifications or industry training preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on AC and DC systems, including inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage components
- Monitor plant operations through SCADA and contribute to commissioning, testing, and system modifications
- Follow strict safety protocols, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), ensuring compliance with site procedures
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and support maintenance as required
- Work with remote operators to identify and resolve site issues efficiently
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities using CMMS software
- Provide guidance to other technicians as appropriate to experience level
- Execute installation tasks with proficiency in torquing, calibration, and the use of specialized tools
- Lead advanced troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms, including controls interface and system diagnostics
- Develop and implement Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical work plans
- Read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols
- Serve as the primary customer interface, communicating site conditions, needs, and technical findings to internal and external stakeholders
- Verify tooling and parts against work plans, relay necessary adjustments, and generate reports on findings and recommendations
- Train and mentor junior technicians, fostering deep safety standards and adherence to industry-approved practices
- Develop and execute work plans and maintenance schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
