Solar Installer (Electrical Apprentice)

SkyFire Energy Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Sick days

Cell phone allowance

Banked vacation days

Employee shareholder

Job summary

SkyFire Energy in Calgary is seeking Solar Installers to join a fast-growing, employee-owned solar company. You will install solar electric systems on roofs and ground mounts for residential and commercial projects, with on-site training and indenture opportunities.

We welcome candidates at entry level or working on electrical apprenticeship. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer-friendly service, with room to grow across residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry heavy solar panels up to 60lbs.
• Comfortable working on roofs; prior roofing experience is a strong asset.
• Work outside in all weather conditions, year-round.
• Willing to travel out of town occasionally.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Registered for Electrical Apprenticeship, or interest and ability to become an Electrical Apprentice.
• English CLB level 7 or higher for safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Install solar electric systems on residential and commercial rooftops as well as ground-mounted projects.
• Ensure crew and job site safety, including PPE and Fall Protection.
• Distribute materials and solar modules throughout the worksite.
• Use hand tools to install racking and modular components.
• Assist with site upkeep and provide friendly customer service.

Skills

Heavy lifting 60lbs

Roof work

Out-of-town travel

Electrical apprenticeship

CLB 7 English

Job description

SkyFire Energy is a Certified B Corporation and employee-owned company with offices and staff in multiple locations across Western Canada. We value safety, integrity, curiosity, gratitude, teamwork, and a pursuit of excellence . Our vision is to bring the magic of solar to the world for a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.

SkyFire Energy is looking to build a team of Solar Installers that are excited to work as part of a fast-growing company in the solar industry.

We welcome candidates that are working on their electrical apprenticeship, or anyone in an entry-level position that is interested in starting a career in the solar and/or electrical field. SkyFire Energy provides on-site training and indenture opportunities.

What SkyFire offers:

• "Safety First, Always" - We prioritize safety above all, fostering a culture where protection and prevention drive every decision.
• Work for an employee-owned, Certified B Corp!
• A Living Wage Employer, our Commitment to Sustainability, and our Power your Purpose projects are just a few ways we use our Business as a Force for Good!
• Build a meaningful career in the solar industry with growth opportunities in residential, commercial, utility-scale, and operations and maintenance.
• Our employees rave about our culture and benefits! Total Compensation Includes:

Top wages *starting wage is based on apprenticeship level*

Wellness benefits including Dental and Health benefits, and a Health & Lifestyle Spending Account

Paid Sick Days

Workwear and Cell Phone Allowances

Option for Banked Vacation Days

Opportunity to become an employee shareholder

Employee Recognition Program

What the role offers:

Overtime options

Permanent, full-time positions (work is available 12 months of the year)

Ongoing on and off-site training

Indentureship in the electrical trade and room to grow in the company

Primary duties of the job include:

Installation of solar electric systems on various slopes of roofs of residential and commercial buildings, as well as commercial ground mount projects

Ensure crew and job site safety, including proper use of PPE and Fall Protection

Distributing material and solar modules throughout the site, including up and down ladders

Using hand tools, both manual and powered, to install racking and modular components

Helping with site upkeep as required

Providing friendly service to all customers

Qualifications (must haves):

Ability to carry heavy solar panels and other items up to 60lbs throughout the day

Comfortable working on roofs (various slopes), or just a love of heights! - previous roofing experience is considered a strong asset

Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, year-round

Willing to work out of town occasionally

Reliable transportation to and from work

Registeredfor Electrical Apprenticeship, or interest and ability to become an Electrical Apprentice

Looking to join a tight-knit team of like minded individuals with the interest of working towards the common goal of a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.

CLB 7/Intermediate is the minimum English level required for safety protocol

Assets (preferred but not required):

A valid class 5 license

Prior construction/trades experience is preferred, on job training will be provided

Solar training and/or solar installation certification (SAIT, NAIT, NABCEP, SEI, etc)

Valid Fall Protection training/certification (otherwise provided by SkyFire)

Experience working on sloped roofs (commercial or residential)

At SkyFire Energy, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our organization. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing world. These values are central for us to achieve our mission to relentlessly lead the solar industry to the benefit of our community and future generations.