Junior Technician

Larsen & Toubro; Bhuj; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Solar PV Technician with 2+ years of hands-on experience in solar power plant installation, operation and maintenance. The role involves installing mounting structures and PV modules, wiring DC strings, and ensuring safe, compliant electrical work at project sites.

You will test insulation and continuity, assist in commissioning, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and uphold HSE standards on outdoor sites.

Qualifications

• ITI in Electrician, Wireman, Fitter, Electronics or related trade.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in utility-scale solar power plant installation, commissioning or O&M.
• Willingness to work at project sites and travel as required.
• Physically fit to work in outdoor site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install mounting structures and PV modules per drawings.
• Carry out module-to-module wiring and DC string connections.
• Electrical works: DC/AC cable laying, termination and connections.
• Testing: insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, voltage tests.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping on site.

Skills

Solar PV installation

Electrical wiring

Reading electrical drawings

Testing instruments

Troubleshooting

SLD reading

Education

ITI in Electrician / Wireman / Fitter / Electronics

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

Earth resistance meters

Cable termination tools

Job description

Job Title: Solar PV Technician (Solar Power Plant)

Location: Project Sites / Solar Power Plant Locations

Experience: 2+ Years

Qualification: ITI (Electrician / Wireman / Fitter / Electronics or related trade)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Solar PV Technician with a minimum of 2 years of experience in solar power plant installation, operation, and maintenance. The candidate will be responsible for installation, electrical works, testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient operation of solar PV systems.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Assembly

• Install and assemble module mounting structures and solar PV modules as per project drawings.
• Carry out module-to-module wiring and DC string connections.
• Ensure proper alignment and secure fixing of solar panels and associated components.

Electrical Works

• Perform DC and AC cable laying, routing, termination, and connection activities.
• Support inverter, transformer, SCB/JB, and other electrical equipment installation.
• Execute string combining, cable dressing, and electrical interconnection works.

Testing & Commissioning

• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, and voltage tests.
• Verify string open-circuit voltage (Voc) and system performance parameters.
• Assist in commissioning and synchronization activities of solar power plant equipment.

Operation & Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of solar PV systems.
• Clean PV modules and inspect plant equipment to ensure optimum energy generation.
• Identify and troubleshoot faults in modules, cables, inverters, and associated electrical systems.
• Monitor system performance and report abnormalities.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all site safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company HSE standards.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance activities.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and ensure a safe working environment at site.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of solar PV system installation and maintenance.
• Understanding of electrical wiring, cable termination, and testing procedures.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, layouts, and single-line diagrams (SLD).
• Familiarity with testing instruments such as multimeters, insulation testers, and earth resistance meters.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for solar plant equipment.

Eligibility Criteria

• ITI in Electrician, Wireman, Fitter, Electronics, or related trade.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in utility-scale solar power plant installation, commissioning, or O&M activities.
• Willingness to work at project sites and travel as required.
• Physically fit to work in outdoor site conditions.