Senior Solar Technician – PV & BESS O&M Expert

Origis Energy Services; Bay City (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. This safety-sensitive role requires knowledge of solar operations and electrical systems, with the ability to work independently following established safety procedures.

Based in El Campo, TX, the technician will perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs, monitor operations via SCADA, and maintain records in CMMS while collaborating

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical certifications preferred.
• Experience in large-scale solar O&M.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and operate SCADA.

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 Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out (LOTO).
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and support maintenance as required.
• Work with remote operators to identify and resolve site issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of 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

SCADA proficiency

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Stakeholder communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications or training

Tools

CMMS software

SCADA systems

Job description

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. This safety-sensitive role requires knowledge of solar operations and electrical systems, with the ability to work independently following established safety procedures.

Based in El Campo, TX, the technician will perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs, monitor operations via SCADA, and maintain records in CMMS while collaborating