Journeyman Electrician - Moon Corner

ZipRecruiter; Farnham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Journeyman Electrician, where you'll work collaboratively to maintain and construct solar farms. This role involves performing vital electrical tasks, ensuring safety standards, and troubleshooting issues to keep PV systems operational. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, you'll be part of a team that is making a difference in the renewable energy sector. If you have a passion for electrical work and a commitment to safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years as a commercial journeyman electrician required.
• NABCEP PV Installer certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and construction of solar farms.
• Troubleshoot and repair PV systems as needed.

Skills

Commercial Electrical Experience

Troubleshooting Skills

Knowledge of Electrical Code

Understanding of OSHA Practices

Ability to Read Electrical Diagrams

Education

NABCEP PV Installer Certification

Experience as a Commercial Electrician

Tools

Electrical Testing Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Job Description

Summary:

The Journeyman Electrician will work within a team to perform a variety of tasks as required to operate utility PV systems including preventative maintenance, construction of solar farms, and commissioning of solar farms. Responds to corrective maintenance cases to troubleshoot, test, and repair on an as-needed basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update the site superintendent if the PV system is not set up correctly after the end of the construction.
• Verify that applicable equipment and systems are installed according to contract documents, manufacturer recommendations, and industry-accepted best practices.
• Perform DC and AC testing, including but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, and insulation resistance testing.
• Identify unsafe work or operating conditions and take proper action to neutralize hazards.
• Ensure the vehicle, tooling, electronics, software, and company property issued are accounted for.
• Work as a solar farm crew member on an as-needed basis with the Construction department.
• Cut, bend, thread, and run electrical conduit materials.
• Manage wire pulling activities.
• Experience running rigid conduit.
• Must be able to bend offset, 3 points, 4 points saddles, 90’s, etc.
• Collaborate with the Operations & Maintenance department on an as-needed basis to ensure the PV system is receiving its normal scheduled maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4-5 years of experience as a commercial journeyman electrician.
• At least 5 years of experience as a commercial electrical helper.
• NABCEP PV Installer certification.
• 2-4 years of verifiable electrical installation experience.
• Knowledge of Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices.
• Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE (personal protective equipment) is required (including but not limited to hard hat, steel-toed shoes, rubber insulated gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short distances for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.