Electrical Technician – Solar O&M

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⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

💵 $70k - $80k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

✨ Technician

🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required

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ENERGIX

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2 - 10 employees

Founded 2018

☁️ SaaS

⚡ Energy

📋 Compliance

SaaS • Energy • Compliance

ENERGIX is a cloud software platform for preparing and submitting Italy’s electricity “Dichiarazione di Consumo” (Consumption Declaration). Targeted at owners of officine elettriche (electrical plants/works) and professional consultants, it automates meter-reading import, generates electronic and paper registers, integrates with distribution companies, creates F24 excise payment models, supports digital signing and automatic submission to the Agenzia delle Dogane, and provides reminders, archiving and continuous regulatory updates. Developed by New Energy Solutions SRL, ENERGIX is positioned as a secure, easy-to-use SaaS tool compliant with recent Italian excise law updates (Decreto Legislativo 28 marzo 2025 n. 43, DM 10 marzo 2026 and Circolare ADM n. 9/2026).

📋 Description

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all electrical and mechanical systems within an operating utility‑scale solar power plant. • Conduct inspections, troubleshoot electrical issues, execute repairs, and support daily operational activities. • Monitor plant availability, prioritize maintenance tasks to maximize generation, and maintain accurate documentation through the digital maintenance management system. • Support site safety, contractor oversight, and contribute to a strong, proactive O&M team culture. • Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical equipment, including inverters, transformers, switchgear, and collection systems. • Perform current and voltage readings, electrical diagnostics, and component-level repairs. • Conduct maintenance on trackers, inverters, and balance‑of‑plant electrical systems. • Support substation and switchyard maintenance activities as required. • Perform all work in accordance with site operating procedures, NEC requirements, and electrical safety standards. • Complete Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out (LOTO), Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Permit to Work, and all required safety documentation. • Identify safety risks and gaps in standards; escalate and correct as needed. • Ensure site access, HSE compliance, security, and inspections follow established protocols. • Use monitoring tools to track energy output and respond to alarms, emergencies, and abnormal operating conditions. • Execute daily work plans based on prioritized tasks from planning and scheduling. • Monitor contractor activities and ensure work quality and adherence to safety requirements. • Maintain accountability for site tools, equipment, and vehicles. • Record all maintenance activities—scheduled and unscheduled—within the digital maintenance management system. • Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet operational and regulatory requirements. • Assist with technical presentations and provide guidance to the O&M team. • Collaborate with site leadership and peers to maintain a high‑performance O&M culture. • Support other sites as needed, including travel and nontraditional work hours. • Participate in continuous improvement efforts for maintenance processes and procedures.

🎯 Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent. • Minimum 2 years of experience as a maintenance electrician (commercial, industrial, or power generation). • Competency in electrical safety, NEC understanding, and power plant safety protocols. • Ability to complete JHA/LOTO/Tailboard forms independently. • Proficiency with hand and power tools, computers/tablets, and digital work order systems. • Valid, unrestricted driver’s license. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills. • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and respond to emergent issues. • Associate degree in Engineering or related field preferred. • NABCEP certification or Electrical License (Journeyman or Master) preferred. • Experience in renewable energy, preferably utility‑scale solar. • Experience with substation maintenance or power plant operations preferred. • First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred. • OSHA certification preferred.