Solar/Electrical Installation Technician

Responsibilities:

• Installation: Mounting solar panels on rooftops or ground structures, stringing wires, and setting up battery banks and inverters.
• Electrical Work: Sizing cables, connecting inverters, installing circuit breakers, and grounding systems.
• Maintenance: Troubleshooting AC/DC electrical faults, panel cleaning, and system performance monitoring.
• Safety & Code Compliance: Ensuring all installations meet Nigerian electrical standards and managing site safety while working at heights.

Requirements:

•  OND/HND/B.Eng, BTech, in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2 years and above experience in technical operations
• Relevant certifications or OEM solar training
• Familiarity with the Nigerian Electricity Supply and Installation Standards.
• Proficiency in the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Sound knowledge of electrical installation practices, wiring, cable sizing, earthing, and electrical protection systems.
• Ability to install and configure solar inverters, batteries, charge controllers, and monitoring systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems and safe work practices.
• Competence in troubleshooting and repairing solar PV systems and electrical faults.
• Familiarity with electrical testing instruments such as multimeters, insulation resistance testers (meggers), clamp meters, and earth resistance testers.