O&M Solar Technician II

Industrial Maintenance Technician - Electrical Focus

Pay: Competitive, Based on Experience

Job Overview

Are you an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician, Electrical Technician, Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, or Maintenance Electrician looking for a long-term career opportunity? We are seeking a skilled technician to support the operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar facilities. This role is ideal for candidates with strong industrial electrical troubleshooting experience gained in manufacturing plants, production facilities, power generation sites, heavy industrial environments, or large-scale automated operations.

You do not need prior solar experience to be successful in this role. Candidates with a strong background in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, PLC troubleshooting, and equipment diagnostics are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment throughout utility-scale solar facilities.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, including power distribution equipment, motors, controls, breakers, disconnects, transformers, and related components.
• Monitor and respond to system alarms using PLC and SCADA monitoring systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maximize production.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning activities on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Utilize electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to identify and resolve issues.
• Complete weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment outages and emergency maintenance calls as needed.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and operational findings accurately.
• Support safe and efficient operation of large-scale renewable energy facilities.

Preferred Backgrounds

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience in:

• Industrial Maintenance
• Manufacturing Maintenance
• Maintenance Electrician
• Electrical Technician
• Automation Technician
• Power Generation Facilities
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• Chemical Processing Plants
• Oil & Gas Facilities
• Mining Operations
• Steel Mills
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Water/Wastewater Treatment Facilities
• Data Centers
• Utility or Power Distribution Operations

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience working with 480V, 3-phase electrical systems.
• Knowledge of motors, motor controls, drives, relays, contactors, and electrical distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience repairing industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Comfortable using multimeters, meggers, thermal imaging equipment, and other diagnostic tools.
• Ability to work independently and make sound troubleshooting decisions in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• SCADA monitoring or industrial controls experience.
• Previous experience in power generation, utilities, renewable energy, or heavy industrial environments.
• Electrical license, journeyman certification, military electrical experience, or equivalent technical training is a plus.
• Experience with high-voltage systems is highly desirable.
• Solar industry experience is welcome but not required.

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable, long-term career opportunity in a growing industry
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
• Strong safety-focused culture
• Career advancement and technical development opportunities
• Opportunity to apply industrial maintenance skills in a critical power generation environment
• Work with advanced electrical systems, automation, and monitoring technologies

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based at large utility-scale solar facilities. Technicians routinely work around industrial electrical equipment, power systems, inverters, and automated controls. The role requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and traversing large sites while following all safety procedures and operational standards.

If you have a strong background in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, or power generation equipment, we'd love to hear from you. Solar experience is not required; strong electrical and maintenance experience is what matters most.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pueblo, CO.

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $44.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pueblo, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Pueblo,CO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.