Operation & Maintenance Technician

Artha-Energy; Patna; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will inspect electrical systems, monitor performance, carry out preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot basic issues, and ensure safety and reliability while coordinating with site teams and vendors. Willingness to travel ~15 days a month is required.

Qualifications

• Rooftop solar O&M experience is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting and site operations.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and site teams.

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.

Skills

Rooftop Solar O&M

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.