O&M Technician Level 1

Radiance Solar, LLC; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Solar, LLC in Atlanta, GA is hiring an entry-level O&M Technician Level 1 to support solar and energy storage facilities under supervision. You will learn safety procedures, perform basic electrical testing, and document tasks while assisting senior technicians across ground mount, rooftop, commercial, and utility-scale sites.

Initially, you will gain hands-on experience in operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PV and battery systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR, First Aid, OSHA 10 cert or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Basic language and math skills required to safely perform tasks.
• Strong work ethic, excellent communication, attention to detail, and safety orientation.
• Electrical helper or apprentice experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and work at heights.
• Able to drive or fly to work at remote sites across assigned regions.
• Willingness to learn and follow supervision from experienced technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior O&M technicians with basic preventative and corrective maintenance activities under supervision by completing assigned work orders accurately and on schedule, and ensuring proper documentation of all tasks performed.
• Learn and apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, and hazard recognition.
• Support documentation of service visits, maintenance activities, and inspection results through detailed notes and photographs on your service reports.
• Perform basic electrical testing and identify system components and their operating states.
• Assist with emergency shutdown procedures and recognize emergency signage; participate in drills and readiness.
• Learn to use basic tools and meters associated with PV O&M operations, operating them safely with minimal supervision.
• Communicate professionally with team members, customers, and stakeholders by providing clear, respectful updates that support coordination and satisfaction.
• Recognize and classify physical PV module defects and failures; support acceptance and performance tests after maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 10 certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Job description

Radiance Solar, LLC

O&M Technician Level 1

2990 Olympic Industrial Drive SE Suite 104
Atlanta, GA 30339

Department: O&M
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.00

Position Overview

The PV & ESS O&M Technician Level 1 will be responsible for entry-level operations and maintenance support at solar and energy storage facilities under supervision. Those facilitiesinclude, but are not limited to, ground mount, roof top, commercial, industrial, and utility-scaleprojects with battery energy storage systems.
As an entry-level position within the O&M Department, this technician will learn fundamental electrical maintenance and safety procedures while supporting experienced O&M technicians in the field. The Level 1 technician will gain hands‑on experience in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar PV and battery energy storage systems while developing core competencies for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior O&M technicians with basic preventative and corrective maintenance activities under supervision by completing assigned work orders accurately and on schedule, and ensuring proper documentation of all tasks performed
• Learn and apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, and hazard recognition. This will be achieved by Maintaining a personal safety record free of violations; actively participating in safety audits and training.
• Support documentation of service visits, maintenance activities, and inspection results through detailed notes and photographs on your service reports,
• Perform basic electrical testing and identify system components and their operating states
• Assist with emergency shutdown procedures and recognize emergency signage. Will demonstrate competency in emergency response drills and readiness to act promptly in actual events
• Learn to use basic tools and meters associated with PV O&M operations. Safely and correctly operate tools and meters with minimal supervision, ensuring tools are maintained and accounted for.
• Communicate professionally with team members, customers, and stakeholders by providing clear, respectful, and timely updates that support team coordination and customer satisfaction.
• Recognize and classify physical PV module defects and failures
• Support acceptance and performance tests on equipment following maintenance activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 10 certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Basic language and math skills necessary to safely perform required tasks
• Strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, attention to detail and safety oriented
• Electrical helper or apprentice experience preferred but not required
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and work at heights
• Able to drive or fly to work at remote sites across assigned regions
• Willingness to learn and follow supervision from experienced technicians

Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• See well (naturally or with correction)
• Eye-hand coordination
• Good physical fitness
• Good sense of balance
• Work at great heights

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.