Solar Plant O&M Technician – Electrical & Commissioning

Knobelsdorff Enterprises; Oglesby (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health and dental

HSA contributions

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance-based incentives

Paid weekly wages

PTO & holidays

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff provides turnkey automation, electrical, energy, and power services. The O&M Technician will support the Power Services division by performing corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning across multiple solar plants.

You will maintain electrical, mechanical, and communication systems to ensure safety, reliability, and performance. The role emphasizes field work, independent operation, and commitment to KE’s values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Minnesota Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master required).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of electrical hazards and LOTO procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with fiber optics, networking, and communication systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred experience with DAS, SCADA, thermal imaging, solar commissioning, IV curve tracing, and heavy equipment operation.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving history and ability to travel locally, regionally, and overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

• The O&M Technician supports the Power Services division by performing corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities across multiple solar plants.
• Maintain and service electrical, mechanical, and communication systems that impact plant performance, safety, and reliability.
• Ensure solar facilities operate efficiently, safely, with minimal downtime, upholding KE’s Safety, People, Passion, and Performance.
• Work independently in the field and demonstrate technical excellence.

Skills

Electrical experience

Electrical license

Read schematics

Fiber optics & networking

MS Office (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Strong communication

DAS/SCADA/thermal imaging (preferred)

IV curve tracing (preferred)

Heavy equipment operation (preferred)

Willingness to travel (local/region/OT

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minnesota Electrician License (Journeyman or Master)

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Knobelsdorff provides turnkey automation, electrical, energy, and power services. The O&M Technician will support the Power Services division by performing corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning across multiple solar plants.

You will maintain electrical, mechanical, and communication systems to ensure safety, reliability, and performance. The role emphasizes field work, independent operation, and commitment to KE’s values.