Senior Solar PV & BESS Technician (O&M)

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

Job summary

Origis Energy in Wing, AL is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician to maintain and repair utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. You will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensure safety protocols, with hands-on work and field testing.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA/CMMS, and coordinating with remote operators. Advanced positions may lead diagnostics, develop maintenance plans, and mentor junior technicians.

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, troubleshooting, and general maintenance procedures.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA and CMMS for maintenance tracking.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in SCADA and CMMS applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative 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 Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out (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
• Lead advanced troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms, including controls interface and system diagnostics
• Develop and implement Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical work plans
• Read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols
• Serve as the primary customer interface, communicating site conditions, needs, and technical findings to internal and external stakeholders
• Verify tooling and parts against work plans, relay necessary adjustments, and generate reports on findings and recommendations
• Train and mentor junior technicians, fostering deep safety standards and adherence to industry‑approved practices
• Develop and execute work plans and maintenance schedules

Skills

SCADA

CMMS

Electrical schematics

Industrial power operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications or training

Tools

SCADA software

CMMS software

Job description

Origis Energy in Wing, AL is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician to maintain and repair utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. You will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensure safety protocols, with hands-on work and field testing.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA/CMMS, and coordinating with remote operators. Advanced positions may lead diagnostics, develop maintenance plans, and mentor junior technicians.