Technician - Project

Job Title:

Electrical Technician – Solar Projects

Department:

Project Execution

Reporting to:

Site Engineer / Project Manager

Location:

Project Sites (with travel as required)

Job Summary:

Responsible for supporting the electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of solar PV systems (rooftop or ground-mounted). The technician will handle on-site electrical tasks under the supervision of engineers and ensure safe and quality work as per project standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Installation & Wiring:

Carry out DC and AC cabling for solar PV systems (modules to inverters, inverters to LT panels).

Install inverters, junction boxes, earthing pits, and lightning protection systems.

Assist in mounting and connection of solar modules when required.

2. Electrical Terminations:

Perform terminations of cables at inverters, distribution boards, and switchgear.

Ensure correct use of tools, lugs, and connectors during terminations.

Follow proper color coding and wiring standards.

3. Testing & Commissioning Support:

Assist in testing electrical continuity, insulation resistance, and grounding.

Support engineers during inverter configuration, system energization, and grid synchronization.

Record test values and ensure work complies with checklists.

4. Safety Compliance:

Follow all electrical and site safety protocols.

Use PPE and safety gear while working on live systems or at heights.

Report hazards or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

5. Maintenance Support (if applicable):

Perform cleaning of modules, checking connections, and basic preventive maintenance.

Support troubleshooting activities for inverter faults, DC string issues, or AC side problems.