Solar PV & BESS Technician – O&M Specialist

Origis Energy Services; Milan (NM); 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. The role requires understanding of solar operations and electrical systems and adherence to safety procedures.

You will perform preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, monitor via CMMS and SCADA, and collaborate with remote operators. Advanced positions may involve leading troubleshooting and developing work plans.

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 maintenance.
• Reading electrical schematics, operating SCADA, and using CMMS for maintenance tracking.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in SCADA and CMMS.

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

Electrical schematics reading

SCADA proficiency

CMMS proficiency

Industrial maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certifications or industry training preferred

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

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. The role requires understanding of solar operations and electrical systems and adherence to safety procedures.

You will perform preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, monitor via CMMS and SCADA, and collaborate with remote operators. Advanced positions may involve leading troubleshooting and developing work plans.