Operation & Maintenance Technician

Artha Energy Resoures; Patna; On-site; INR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Artha Energy Resources LLP is seeking an experienced O&M Technician – Solar to manage technical operation and maintenance of rooftop solar plants across multiple project locations.

The role involves inspecting equipment, monitoring performance, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordinating with site teams and vendors. Willingness to travel to sites is required.

Qualifications

• Rooftop solar O&M experience required.
• ITI or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Hands-on electrical troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rooftop solar plants' operation and maintenance.
• Inspect panels, inverters, cables, and electrical panels.
• Monitor plant performance and identify issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot electrical/solar issues; escalate for major breakdowns.
• Check inverter performance, generation and alarms.
• Coordinate with cleaning vendors and site teams.
• Maintain maintenance records and site observations.
• Prepare site visit reports and highlight concerns.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Solar plant knowledge

Vendor coordination

Reporting & documentation

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

ITI – Electrical

Diploma – Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description – O&M Technician (Solar)

Company: Artha Energy Resources LLP

Position: O&M Technician – Solar

Department: Operations & Maintenance

Location: Tamil Nadu / Patna, Bihar (Patna)

Travel Requirement: Approximately 15 days of travel per month

About the Role

• We are looking for an experienced O&M Technician – Solar to take care of the technical operation and maintenance of rooftop solar plants across multiple project locations.
• The technician will be responsible for ensuring the solar plants are technically sound, operational, safe, and performing efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Take care of the technical operation and maintenance of rooftop solar plants.
• Regularly inspect solar panels, inverters, cables, electrical panels, and other plant equipment.
• Monitor plant performance and identify technical issues or abnormalities.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical and solar plant issues and coordinate for major breakdowns.
• Check inverter performance, generation, alarms, and equipment status.
• Ensure proper functioning of electrical connections and protection systems.
• Coordinate with the cleaning vendor available at each site and ensure timely module cleaning.
• Coordinate with site representatives, vendors, and internal teams for smooth plant operations.
• Maintain records of maintenance, breakdowns, generation, and site observations.
• Prepare regular site visit reports and highlight technical concerns to the reporting manager.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and safety procedures during site activities.

Site & Travel Responsibilities

• The role will involve managing/visiting approximately 5–7 solar sites located across different locations in the assigned state.
• Major project locations may include Tamil Nadu, Patna (Bihar), and other locations as per project requirements.
• Approximately 15 days of travel per month may be required for site visits, inspections, troubleshooting, and coordination.
• Candidate should be comfortable travelling to different project sites as required.

Qualification

• ITI – Electrical or Diploma – Electrical Engineering.
• Practical knowledge of electrical systems and equipment.

Experience

• Rooftop Solar O&M experience is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience in solar plant maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and site operations will be preferred.

Skills Required

• Good understanding of solar plant and electrical equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with cleaning vendors and site teams.
• Good reporting and documentation skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.
• Strong focus on safety and plant performance.