Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician III

Job Description

Job Description

One Tech Engineering is looking for a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician located in El Paso, Texas. The Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician will be leading complex inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs, and mentoring technicians.

The candidate must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate should have at 2-4 years of experience in the solar industry or related electrical field.

Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Ensure work is performed in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Review and ensure correct PPE is available and being used properly.
• Create PLOTO and LOTO Switch plans for approval.
• Act as work leader for Pre-Job Briefs, Job Safety Analysis, Personal LOTO, and switch plan LOTO.
• Lead comprehensive inspections of solar power plants.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Supervise and train junior technicians on inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex system issues, including grid integration and communication problems.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software to diagnose and address system performance issues.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.
• Skilled in Work Order documentation; provide oversight and direction in documentation to junior technicians.
• Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.
• Contribute to the development of training materials and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician:

• 2–4 years of experience in the solar industry or a related electrical field
• Associate's degree in electrical engineering or a related field preferred.
• Valid New Mexico CID Journeyman Electrician certificate, EE-98J classification.
• OSHA 30-hour and NFPA 70e certifications.
• FAA Part 107 Certification (or proficiency operating Drones for Aerial Thermographic purposes).
• Proficient knowledge of electrical systems, solar energy technologies, and grid-tied systems.
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic tools such as I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians in the field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.