Traveling Solar PV & ESS O&M Technician

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 Traveling Solar PV & ESS O&M Technician, also known as the "Tiger Team Technician," which is a high-skill, field-deployable resource responsible for supporting operational solar and energy storage sites across the fleet. This role is designed for a seasoned technician who excels in inverter repairs, site commissioning, project execution, and mentoring field teams. Approximately 70% of time will be spent traveling to sites.

While on site, this technician will lead complex technical tasks and provide training to site teams. During home-based periods, they will contribute to procedural development, team training initiatives, technical documentation review, and remote support of active field operations.

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• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on PV inverters, BESS, and related infrastructure across multiple OEM platforms
• Lead and support project-based work including system upgrades, retrofits, and special initiatives
• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support for new sites or equipment
• Mentor and train on-site technicians on system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and company best practices
• Conduct workmanship audits, verify task execution, and ensure site teams are aligned with procedures and standards

• Draft, review, and revise technical procedures and work instructions
• Submit and present post-trip reports with analysis and technical findings
• Work closely with the training team to identify knowledge gaps, review field team readiness, and support curriculum development
• Review completed work orders and CMMS entries for technical accuracy and completeness
• Provide remote troubleshooting assistance to field technicians, escalating issues as needed

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 70% of the time (typically 2 weeks travel, 1 week remote)
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience in utility-scale solar O&M or equivalent electrical/industrial experience
• Extensive experience with inverter maintenance and troubleshooting (multi-OEM preferred)
• High proficiency with Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), work planning, and performing root cause analysis
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex schematics, electrical prints, and technical manuals
• Experience developing or reviewing standard operating procedures and technical training materials
• Proficient in CMMS use, Microsoft Office, and remote collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed, highly organized, and comfortable working independently in both field and remote settings

• Previous experience in a field training, commissioning, or technical support role
• Thermography certification
• SCADA system familiarity and remote monitoring tools knowledge
• OEM-specific certifications (e.g., SMA, Power Electronics, Sungrow, etc.)

• Must be available for regular travel on a rotating schedule (approx. 2 weeks travel / 1 week remote)
• Work may involve exposure to extreme weather, working at heights, and energized equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds and walk up to 2+ miles per day in field conditions

This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and using their expertise to support and elevate teams across the organization.

Job Level                Travelling Technician

Location                  Remote 

Hourly Rate            $40-$50/hour