Solar Plant Technician: PV & BESS O&M

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

Job summary

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician in El Campo, TX to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair utility-scale solar and energy storage systems. You will follow safety procedures and work with SCADA, CMMS, and field equipment to keep site performance at peak levels.

Flexibility for regional travel, adherence to LOTO/JHA protocols, and ability to mentor junior technicians are essential. This is a safety-sensitive role within a growing renewable-energy organization.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical certifications or industry training preferred
• Experience in large‑scale solar O&M (experience requirements vary by position level)
• Competency in industrial or utility power operations, troubleshooting, and general maintenance procedures
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA systems, and using 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

Electrical schematics

SCADA systems

CMMS

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications or training preferred

Tools

SCADA software

CMMS software

Job description

Origis Energy is seeking a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician in El Campo, TX to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair utility-scale solar and energy storage systems. You will follow safety procedures and work with SCADA, CMMS, and field equipment to keep site performance at peak levels.

Flexibility for regional travel, adherence to LOTO/JHA protocols, and ability to mentor junior technicians are essential. This is a safety-sensitive role within a growing renewable-energy organization.