Solar PV & Storage O&M Technician - Regional Travel

Origis Energy Services; Gainestown (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Origis Energy in Gainestown, AL 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 knowledge of solar operations and electrical systems and independence with strict safety procedures.

Responsibilities include inspections, preventative maintenance on AC/DC systems, SCADA monitoring, following LOTO/JHA protocols, and accurate CMMS logging.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on AC and DC systems (inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgear, high-voltage components).
• Monitor plant operations through SCADA and contribute to commissioning, testing, and system modifications.
• Follow strict safety protocols, including JHA and 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 CMMS records of all maintenance activities.
• Provide guidance to other technicians as appropriate to experience level.
• Execute installation tasks with proficiency in torquing, calibration, and use of specialized tools.

Skills

SCADA

CMMS

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

SCADA software

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Origis Energy in Gainestown, AL 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 knowledge of solar operations and electrical systems and independence with strict safety procedures.

Responsibilities include inspections, preventative maintenance on AC/DC systems, SCADA monitoring, following LOTO/JHA protocols, and accurate CMMS logging.