Senior Solar Plant Technician: PV & BESS O&M

Origis Energy Services; Thoreau (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician in Prewitt, NM to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. You will follow safety procedures while enhancing site reliability and efficiency.

The role requires understanding of solar operations, reading schematics, and experience with CMMS/SCADA. Local travel may be required, with on-site duties at NM facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical certifications or industry training preferred.
• Experience in large-scale solar O&M.
• Competency in industrial or utility power operations and maintenance.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and operate SCADA/CMMS.
• Strong computer skills with SCADA and CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive 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 JHA and 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.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

SCADA systems

CMMS usage

Industrial power ops

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

Job description

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician in Prewitt, NM to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. You will follow safety procedures while enhancing site reliability and efficiency.

The role requires understanding of solar operations, reading schematics, and experience with CMMS/SCADA. Local travel may be required, with on-site duties at NM facilities.