Origis Energy

Develops solar energy and storage assets

Solar Electrician / Technician

Equipment MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeOdessa, TX, USA$25 - $45 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required; electrical certifications or industry training are preferred.
Experience in large-scale solar operations and maintenance is required, with experience requirements varying by position level.
Competency in industrial or utility power operations, troubleshooting, and general maintenance procedures is required.
Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, operating supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and using computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software for maintenance tracking is required.
Strong computer skills, particularly in SCADA and CMMS applications, are required.
Advanced positions may require 4 or more years of direct or related experience in the solar industry.
Advanced positions may require advanced knowledge of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical work planning.
Advanced positions may require proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining multiple original equipment manufacturer (OEM) systems.
Advanced positions may require the ability to create complex schematics and work instructions.
Advanced positions may require strong experience with industrial control interfaces.
Technicians must be able to stand, walk including covering more than 2 miles in a day, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
Technicians must be able to lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
Technicians must maintain visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to read schematics and work with tools and meters.
Technicians must be able to handle precise tasks requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Technicians may be required to work outside normal business hours and maintain an on-call rotation schedule.
Technicians must follow the company's drug-free and alcohol-free workplace policies.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on alternating-current and direct-current systems, including inverters, photovoltaic modules, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage components.
Monitor plant operations through SCADA and contribute to commissioning, testing, and system modifications.
Follow safety protocols, including Job Hazard Analysis and LOTO, and comply with site procedures.
Troubleshoot electrical systems and provide maintenance support as required.
Work with remote operators to identify and resolve site issues.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using CMMS software.
Provide guidance to other technicians as appropriate to experience level.
Perform installation tasks, including torquing, calibration, and use of specialized tools.
For advanced assignments, lead troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms, including controls interfaces and system diagnostics.
For advanced assignments, develop and implement LOTO procedures and electrical work plans.
For advanced assignments, read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols.
For advanced assignments, serve as the primary customer interface and communicate site conditions, needs, and technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.
For advanced assignments, verify tooling and parts against work plans, communicate necessary adjustments, and generate reports on findings and recommendations.
For advanced assignments, train and mentor junior technicians in safety standards and industry-approved practices.
For advanced assignments, develop and execute work plans and maintenance schedules.

Desired Qualifications

Electrical certifications or industry training are preferred.

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero^SM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

**Please note that all Solar Technician jobs are safety sensitive positions

Position Overview

The Solar PV & BESS O&M Technician is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems. This role requires understanding of solar operations and electrical systems, with the ability to perform tasks independently while following established safety procedures. Technicians contribute to the overall efficiency of site operations through preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and system monitoring.

Responsibilities

Technicians in this role will:

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

May also be required to:

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

Requirements

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

Advanced positions may require:

4+ years of direct or related experience in the solar industry
Advanced knowledge of LOTO procedures and electrical work planning
Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining multiple OEM systems
Ability to create complex schematics and work instructions
Strong experience with industrial control interfaces
Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests

Fitness for Duty Requirements

Technicians should be physically and mentally prepared to:

Stand, walk (including covering 2+ miles in a day), climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods in varying weather conditions
Lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
Maintain clear visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) for reading schematics and working with tools and meters
Handle precise tasks that require fine motor skills and strong hand-eye coordination
May be required to work outside of normal business hours as necessary. Maintain on-call rotation schedule.
Follow company policies on drug-free and alcohol-free workplace compliance, ensuring safety and readiness on the job

Job Level: Solar Technician 2 - Solar Technician 4

Hourly Rate: $25 - $45/hour

Location: Odessa, TX

Travel: Regional travel may occasionally be required to support various site demands

We currently have sites in Texas, Tennessee, New Mexico, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Illinois and Missouri and Indiana.

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here.

Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you would like to request help with your application.

About the Company

Origis Energy

Develops solar energy and storage assets

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Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $5.1B
Headquarters: Miami, FL
Founded: 2008

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