Solar Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Solar Technician to install, wire, and maintain off-grid solar PV systems, solar water pumps, and productive-use equipment. This is primarily a field-based position, with most installation and maintenance activities taking place outside Addis Ababa, requiring frequent travel to project sites across different regions of Ethiopia. Working under the Installation Team Leader, you will execute day-to-day physical installations, pre-commissioning checks, and after-sales repairs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble mounting structures, panels, inverters, batteries, and solar pumps, executing neat AC/DC wiring, conduit routing, and grounding.

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• Assist with workshop pre-assembly, bench-testing, and equipment packaging prior to regional field deployment.

• Conduct basic voltage/current measurements, complete installation checklists, and perform scheduled preventive maintenance.

• Diagnose and fix electrical, electronic, or mechanical faults during after-sales support visits.

• Show end-users safe system operation and strictly follow electrical safety and PPE protocols.

Job Requirements

• Education & Certification: TVET Certified (Level III or above) in Electrical/Electronics, Renewable Energy, or Electromechanical Technology.

• Experience: 2+ years of direct, hands-on experience in solar PV wiring, solar pump installation, and field maintenance.

• Skills: Practical command of AC/DC circuits, inverters, battery banks, wiring diagrams, and electrical hand/testing tools, with willingness to travel regionally.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV to recruitment@meseretmare.com with the subject line "Application: Solar Technician" by November 20, 2026.