Solar Electrician / Technician

Origis Energy O&M and Construction Technicians•Gainestown, AL

6d•$25 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems. The role calls for understanding of solar operations and electrical systems, the ability to work independently, and adherence to established safety procedures. Technicians support site efficiency through preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and system monitoring. The position is safety sensitive and is based in Gainestown, Alabama, with occasional regional travel to support site demands. The job level ranges from Solar Technician 2 to Solar Technician 4, with an hourly rate of $25–$45. Technicians may need to work outside normal business hours and maintain an on-call rotation schedule.

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.
Ability to read electrical schematics, operate SCADA systems, and use CMMS for maintenance tracking.
Strong computer skills, particularly with SCADA and CMMS applications.
For advanced positions, 4 or more years of direct or related solar-industry experience.
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 and ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests.
Ability to stand, walk (including covering more than 2 miles in a day), climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
Clear visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to read schematics and work with tools and meters.
Fine motor skills and strong hand-eye coordination for precise tasks.
Ability to work outside normal business hours as necessary and maintain an on-call rotation schedule.
Readiness to comply with drug-free and alcohol-free workplace policies.

Nice To Haves

Electrical certifications or industry training preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, perform preventative maintenance, and make 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 safety protocols, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), and comply with site procedures.
Troubleshoot electrical systems and support maintenance as required.
Work with remote operators to identify and resolve site issues.
Record maintenance activities using CMMS software.
Provide guidance to other technicians as appropriate to experience level.
Perform installation tasks, including torquing, calibration, and use of specialized tools.
For advanced responsibilities, lead troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms, including controls interface and system diagnostics.
Develop and implement 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, communicate necessary adjustments, and report findings and recommendations.
Train and mentor junior technicians, supporting safety standards and industry-approved practices.
Develop and execute work plans and maintenance schedules.
Work outside normal business hours as necessary and maintain an on-call rotation schedule.
Comply with company drug-free and alcohol-free workplace policies.