Operation & Maintenance Technician

Job Description – O&M Technician (Solar)

Company: Artha Energy Resources LLP

Position: O&M Technician – Solar

Department: Operations & Maintenance

Location: Tamil Nadu / Patna, Bihar (Patna)

Travel Requirement: Approximately 15 days of travel per month

About the Role

·        We are looking for an experienced O&M Technician – Solar to take care of the technical operation and maintenance of rooftop solar plants across multiple project locations.

·        The technician will be responsible for ensuring the solar plants are technically sound, operational, safe, and performing efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

·        Take care of the technical operation and maintenance of rooftop solar plants.

·        Regularly inspect solar panels, inverters, cables, electrical panels, and other plant equipment.

·        Monitor plant performance and identify technical issues or abnormalities.

·        Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

·        Troubleshoot basic electrical and solar plant issues and coordinate for major breakdowns.

·        Check inverter performance, generation, alarms, and equipment status.

·        Ensure proper functioning of electrical connections and protection systems.

·        Coordinate with the cleaning vendor available at each site and ensure timely module cleaning.

·        Coordinate with site representatives, vendors, and internal teams for smooth plant operations.

·        Maintain records of maintenance, breakdowns, generation, and site observations.

·        Prepare regular site visit reports and highlight technical concerns to the reporting manager.

·        Ensure compliance with electrical and safety procedures during site activities.

Site & Travel Responsibilities

·        The role will involve managing/visiting approximately 5–7 solar sites located across different locations in the assigned state.

·        Major project locations may include Tamil Nadu, Patna (Bihar), and other locations as per project requirements.

·        Approximately 15 days of travel per month may be required for site visits, inspections, troubleshooting, and coordination.

·        Candidate should be comfortable travelling to different project sites as required.

Qualification

·        ITI – Electrical or Diploma – Electrical Engineering.

·        Practical knowledge of electrical systems and equipment.

Experience

·        Rooftop Solar O&M experience is mandatory.

·        Hands-on experience in solar plant maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and site operations will be preferred.

Skills Required

·        Good understanding of solar plant and electrical equipment.

·        Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

·        Ability to coordinate with cleaning vendors and site teams.

·        Good reporting and documentation skills.

·        Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.

·        Strong focus on safety and plant performance.