Solar Electrician / Technician

Origis Energy Services; Interlaken; Vor Ort; CHF 27.501 - 49.502; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Solar Electrician/Technician to join their team. The role involves performing inspections and repairs on AC and DC systems while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience in large-scale solar operations. This position offers an hourly rate of $25 - $45 and may require regional travel. Join our mission to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free future.

Qualifikationen

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Experience in large-scale solar O&M.
• Strong computer skills focused on SCADA and CMMS applications.

Aufgaben

• Perform maintenance on AC and DC systems.
• Monitor plant operations using SCADA.
• Adhere to safety protocols including LOTO procedures.

Kenntnisse

Troubleshooting electrical systems

SCADA systems operation

Electrical schematics reading

Team guidance

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications preferred

Tools

CMMS software

Specialized tools

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

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Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company expands and reimagines its contribution to net-zero goals. Origis Energy deploys sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

Note: all Solar Technician jobs are safety sensitive positions.

Location: Palatka, FL. Travel: regional travel may be required. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Construction, Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting.

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

May also be required to

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Advanced positions may require

• 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

Fitness for Duty

• 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

Compensation and Location

• Job Level: Solar Technician 2 - Solar Technician 4
• Hourly Rate: $25 - $45/hour
• Location: Palatka, FL
• Travel: Regional travel may occasionally be required to support various site demands
• We currently have sites in TX, TN, NM, FL, MS, AL, IL and MO. Indiana coming soon!

Equal Opportunity

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations. Please reach out to [e-mail] if you would like to request help with your application.

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