Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. 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 • 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: Palatka, FL 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. Indiana coming soon! 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 candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.
See More Details >>Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. 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 Description Origis Services, LLC is a rapidly expanding Operations and Maintenance provider in the United States. Our solar asset portfolio continues to increase at a near exponential rate, with a mixture of Owner developed and constructed sites and third-party sites contracted, or already under management. Our goal is to provide a more inclusive service capability, driving out the large expenses that are normally passed through to the owner. Origis is looking for a Lead Technician who provides proactive, visible operational leadership combining high levels of technical expertise with strong leadership attributes to build and sustain a high-performing team while maintaining a strong safety culture. Through their technical acumen and leadership experience, the Lead Technician ensures the site team operates at the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Additionally, the role supports any supervisors and regional leaders in fostering a culture of operational excellence. Key Behaviors As a field leader, the Lead Technician demonstrates technical excellence and consistently high standards in leading small site-based teams. They act as site-based role models for Origis Services' principles of Safety, Accountability, and Transparency. Key Responsibilities • Role Modeling Technical Capability: Consistently demonstrates the highest possible technical standards and is a role model for safety and quality and operational excellence. • Leadership Attributes: Consistently demonstrate high standards in personal leadership, communication, basic organizational skills, interpersonal behavior and the process of setting people to work. • Process Implementation: Ensure company methods, processes, and operational procedures are fully implemented and owned by the team. Proactively contribute to process development and improvement as necessary. • Team Development: Build organizational capability by implementing site-wide training and development programs using the company structure. Support talent rotation and succession planning as needed. Specific Duties and Responsibilities • Manage the Site Safety and Accident Prevention Programs. Conduct regular safety inspections and briefings. Ensure all personnel and third parties follow industry and company developed safety protocols and emergency procedures. • Act as the on-site technical & safety expert. • Provide training & mentorship for site technicians. • Operate and maintain the plant in compliance with established standards and procedures. • Troubleshoot system problems and resolve issues in a timely manner. • Apply technical skills to troubleshoot electrical components using equipment such as digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and IV curve tracers. • Perform daily mechanical and electrical inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and optimally. • Manage and support contractors and OEM vendors ensuring. • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including work orders, time entries, and emergency response protocols. • Oversee equipment maintenance schedules and spare parts inventory usage. Ensure work orders are updated with all maintenance and parts consumption details. • Maintain inventory control to ensure adequate stock levels of equipment and materials. This includes spare parts usage, replenishment, and reporting. • Ensure high-quality control of tools, vehicles, and materials. • Pursue continuing education to meet safety and plant requirements. • Maintain site vegetation through routine mowing and spraying. • May be required to work outside of normal business hours as necessary. Maintain on-call rotation schedule Minimum Certifications • OSHA 30-Hour Training for General Industry • NFPA 70E – Workplace Electrical Safety • First Aid, CPR, AED Preferred Qualifications • Valid Driver's License REQUIRED • Inverter Specialist or Solar Technician with 3+ years' experience; Knowledgeable of renewable energy peculiarities; expertise in DC array technology • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Ability to perform basic electrical calculations, read and interpret electrical schematics • Ability to manage priorities and workflow, working independently with minimal supervision • Ability to perform necessary physical activity, including lifting up to 80 Lbs. • Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Job Level Supervisor Location Palatka, FL Hourly Rate $30-$50/hour 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. Indiana coming soon! 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 candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.
See More Details >>Position Description Origis Services, LLC is a rapidly expanding Operations and Maintenance provider in the United States. Our solar asset portfolio continues to increase at a near exponential rate, with a mixture of Owner developed and constructed sites and third-party sites contracted, or already under management. Our goal is to provide a more inclusive service capability, driving out the large expenses that are normally passed through to the owner. Origis is looking for a Lead Technician who provides proactive, visible operational leadership combining high levels of technical expertise with strong leadership attributes to build and sustain a high-performing team while maintaining a strong safety culture. Through their technical acumen and leadership experience, the Lead Technician ensures the site team operates at the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Additionally, the role supports any supervisors and regional leaders in fostering a culture of operational excellence. Key Behaviors As a field leader, the Lead Technician demonstrates technical excellence and consistently high standards in leading small site-based teams. They act as site-based role models for Origis Services' principles of Safety, Accountability, and Transparency. Key Responsibilities • Role Modeling Technical Capability: Consistently demonstrates the highest possible technical standards and is a role model for safety and quality and operational excellence. • Leadership Attributes: Consistently demonstrate high standards in personal leadership, communication, basic organizational skills, interpersonal behavior and the process of setting people to work. • Process Implementation: Ensure company methods, processes, and operational procedures are fully implemented and owned by the team. Proactively contribute to process development and improvement as necessary. • Team Development: Build organizational capability by implementing site-wide training and development programs using the company structure. Support talent rotation and succession planning as needed. Specific Duties and Responsibilities • Manage the Site Safety and Accident Prevention Programs. Conduct regular safety inspections and briefings. Ensure all personnel and third parties follow industry and company developed safety protocols and emergency procedures. • Act as the on-site technical & safety expert. • Provide training & mentorship for site technicians. • Operate and maintain the plant in compliance with established standards and procedures. • Troubleshoot system problems and resolve issues in a timely manner. • Apply technical skills to troubleshoot electrical components using equipment such as digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and IV curve tracers. • Perform daily mechanical and electrical inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and optimally. • Manage and support contractors and OEM vendors ensuring. • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including work orders, time entries, and emergency response protocols. • Oversee equipment maintenance schedules and spare parts inventory usage. Ensure work orders are updated with all maintenance and parts consumption details. • Maintain inventory control to ensure adequate stock levels of equipment and materials. This includes spare parts usage, replenishment, and reporting. • Ensure high-quality control of tools, vehicles, and materials. • Pursue continuing education to meet safety and plant requirements. • Maintain site vegetation through routine mowing and spraying. • May be required to work outside of normal business hours as necessary. Maintain on-call rotation schedule Minimum Certifications • OSHA 30-Hour Training for General Industry • NFPA 70E - Workplace Electrical Safety • First Aid, CPR, AED Preferred Qualifications • Valid Driver's License REQUIRED • Inverter Specialist or Solar Technician with 3+ years' experience; Knowledgeable of renewable energy peculiarities; expertise in DC array technology • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Ability to perform basic electrical calculations, read and interpret electrical schematics • Ability to manage priorities and workflow, working independently with minimal supervision • Ability to perform necessary physical activity, including lifting up to 80 Lbs. • Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Job Level Supervisor Location Palatka, FL Hourly Rate $30-$50/hour 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. Indiana coming soon!
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Palatka, FL, often begins with a Registered Apprenticeship Program, which combines on-the-job training with technical education, allowing individuals to gain practical experience while earning. These programs typically last about four to five years and require a minimum of 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and 144 hours of technical instruction annually. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with significant growth in Florida. In Palatka, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $500, with experienced workers earning upwards of $100,000 annually. Training programs, community colleges, and industry associations provide pathways to these careers, offering strong earning potential and contributing to the renewable energy sector's expansion.
