Solar PV & BESS Technician — O&M Expert

Origis Energy; Mississippi; On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Origis Energy is hiring a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician based in Gainestown, AL. The role covers maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems, requires understanding of solar ops and electrical systems, and following safety procedures to keep field operations efficient.

You will inspect and repair AC/DC systems, monitor plant ops via SCADA, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities in CMMS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical certifications or industry training preferred.
• Experience in large-scale solar O&M; position level may vary.
• Competency reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA, 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

Skills

SCADA systems

CMMS

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications or industry training preferred

Tools

CMMS software

SCADA software

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Origis Energy is hiring a Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician based in Gainestown, AL. The role covers maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems, requires understanding of solar ops and electrical systems, and following safety procedures to keep field operations efficient.

You will inspect and repair AC/DC systems, monitor plant ops via SCADA, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities in CMMS.