Solar Electrician Technician

Oigis Energy

Gainestown, Alabama

TEMPORARY

Posted February 6, 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 preventive and corrective maintenance while adhering to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements

Possession of a valid driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalent
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
Ability to perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on AC and DC systems, including inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage components
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and support maintenance activities
Ability to develop and interpret complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols
Ability to read, interpret, and develop complex work procedures, schematics, and safety protocols
Ability to verify tooling and parts against work plans, relay necessary adjustments, and generate reports on findings and recommendations
Ability to develop and implement Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical work plans
Ability to execute installation tasks with proficiency in torquing, calibration, and the use of specialized tools
Ability to lead advanced troubleshooting across multiple OEM platforms, including controls interface and system diagnostics
Ability to train and mentor junior technicians, fostering safety standards and adherence to industry practices
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests
Physical and mental fitness to stand, walk (including covering 2 miles in a day), climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods in varying weather conditions
Physical ability to lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
Visual acuity sufficient for reading schematics and working with tools and meters, with or without corrective lenses
Ability to handle precise tasks requiring fine motor skills and strong hand-eye coordination
Willingness to work outside of normal business hours as necessary and participate in on-call rotation schedule
Compliance with company policies on drug-free and alcohol-free workplace
Knowledge of safety procedures including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO)
Ability to develop and support safety protocols and procedures
Regional travel may occasionally be required to support various site demands

Benefits & Perks

Hourly rate of $25 - $45

Work outside of normal business hours as necessary

Regional travel support

On-call rotation schedule

Equal opportunity employment and inclusive workplace culture

Support and accommodations for disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities

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