Solar Electrician Technician

Oigis Energy

Penwell, Texas

Full Time

Posted January 16, 2026

$25 - $45/hr

Solar Energy

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Job Description

The Solar Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing utility-scale solar PV and energy storage systems, ensuring efficient site operations through preventative and corrective maintenance while adhering to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on solar PV and energy storage systems
Monitor plant operations through SCADA systems and support commissioning, testing, and system modifications
Troubleshoot electrical systems and support maintenance activities
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using CMMS software
Follow safety protocols, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO)
Develop and implement electrical work plans and LOTO procedures
Read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols
Support and lead advanced troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms
Assist in installation tasks, including torquing, calibration, and use of specialized tools
Communicate site conditions and technical findings to stakeholders
Train and mentor junior technicians

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience in large-scale solar operations and maintenance (O M) experience, with the specific requirement of 4 years of direct or related experience in the solar industry for advanced positions.
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 knowledge of Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical work planning.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain 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.
Physically and mentally capable of standing, walking (including covering 2 miles in a day), climbing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
Ability to 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 requiring fine motor skills and strong hand-eye coordination.
May be required to work outside of normal business hours and participate in an on-call rotation schedule.
Follow company policies on drug-free and alcohol-free workplace compliance.
Ability to read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols.
Develop and implement Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical work plans.
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 safety standards and adherence to industry practices.
Develop and execute work plans and maintenance schedules.
Support troubleshooting and repairs of AC and DC systems, including inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage components.
Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on solar PV and energy storage systems.
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.

Benefits & Perks

Hourly rate of $25 - $45

Work location in Penwell, TX with regional travel support

Support and accommodations for qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities

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