Origis Energy Services · 2 days ago
Solar Electrician / Technician
Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM and is one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms. The Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and contributing to site operations efficiency.
Asset ManagementEnergyEnergy Management
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
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license
High school diploma or equivalent; electrical certifications or industry training preferred
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
Technicians should be physically and mentally prepared to stand, walk (including covering 2+ miles in a day), climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods in varying weather conditions
Lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
Maintain clear visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) for reading schematics and working with tools and meters
Handle precise tasks that require fine motor skills and strong hand-eye coordination
Work outside of normal business hours as necessary. Maintain on-call rotation schedule
Follow company policies on drug-free and alcohol-free workplace compliance, ensuring safety and readiness on the job
Preferred
Electrical certifications or industry training
4+ years of direct or related experience in the solar industry
Advanced knowledge of LOTO procedures and electrical work planning
Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining multiple OEM systems
Ability to create complex schematics and work instructions
Strong experience with industrial control interfaces
Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests
Company
Origis Energy Services
Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero.
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