Electrical and Solar Installation Technician

Socket.dev; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SPOG Trailers in Middletown, NY is seeking an Electrical and Solar Installation Technician to install electrical and solar power systems in our solar-powered trailers on the manufacturing floor.

You will run wiring, install panels, batteries, inverters, and shore connections, read diagrams, test systems, and troubleshoot issues, working with a production team.

Qualifications

• Previous electrical installation experience on trailers or mobile systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with solar PV systems, batteries, and inverters preferred.
• Comfort working on trailer roofs for solar panels.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical wiring, panels, outlets, and lighting in trailers.
• Mount roof solar panels and route PV wiring.
• Install and wire battery storage, inverters, and solar disconnects.
• Read drawings, test systems, and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with welding and assembly teams on production floor.
• Ensure safety and organized, clean installations.

Skills

Electrical installation

Wiring & electrical panels

Solar installation

Battery & inverter knowledge

Reading electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Roof work (solar)

Education

Experience in electrical installation

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Solar PV wiring tools

Job description

Overview

Position: Electrical and Solar Installation TechnicianJob Type: ElectricianPay: $18.00 Hr.- $28.00 Hr.Experience: 1yr - 3yrIndustry: Trailer Manufacturing | Metal Fabrication | Solar-Powered Trailers

About SPOG Trailers: SPOG Trailers manufactures enclosed solar-powered cargo, workstation, and specialty trailers for contractors and various commercial industries. Our trailers combine heavy-duty construction with solar power, battery storage, inverter systems, electrical distribution, HVAC, and custom equipment. We are expanding our manufacturing team and looking for an experienced Electrical & Solar Installation Technician to install and complete the electrical and solar power systems in our trailers.

Position Summary: The Electrical & Solar Installation Technician will work directly on the manufacturing floor installing electrical wiring, panels, outlets, lighting, solar panels, batteries, inverters, and other electrical components used in SPOG trailers. This is a hands-on position for someone with electrical experience who is comfortable wiring complete trailer electrical systems and working with solar and battery equipment.

Responsibilities

• Run electrical wiring throughout trailers.
• Install electrical panels, breakers, disconnects, and related components.
• Install interior and exterior outlets and receptacles.
• Install switches, LED lighting, and other electrical accessories.
• Install and wire 120V and 240V electrical systems as applicable.
• Install shore power and generator connections.
• Mount and install roof-mounted solar panels.
• Route and secure solar PV wiring.
• Install solar disconnects and related equipment.
• Install and connect battery storage systems.
• Install and connect inverters and associated electrical equipment.
• Install wiring for HVAC systems and trailer accessories.
• Properly terminate, label, secure, and organize electrical wiring.
• Read electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Test completed electrical systems for proper operation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and solar system issues.
• Coordinate with welders, assemblers, carpenters, and other production team members.
• Maintain clean and professional electrical installations.
• Follow applicable electrical, manufacturing, and company safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous electrical installation experience required.
• Experience running wire and installing electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical panels, breakers, outlets, switches, and lighting.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using electrical testing equipment and electrical hand tools.
• Solar installation experience is strongly preferred.
• Battery and inverter installation experience is a plus.
• Experience with RVs, trailers, automotive electrical systems, solar systems, or mobile power systems is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to produce clean, organized, and professional electrical work.
• Comfortable working on trailer roofs for solar panel installation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
• Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
• Strong attention to quality and safety.

Company Website

Off-Grid Solar Trailers | SPOG Trailers

Company Profile

What You Will Help Build

• Roof-mounted solar power systems
• Lithium battery energy storage
• Inverters and off-grid electrical systems
• Interior and exterior 120V/240V electrical systems
• High-efficiency heating and cooling
• Insulated walls and ceilings
• E-track and equipment-storage systems
• Workstations and custom interiors
• Telescoping lighting and camera systems

SPOG Trailers designs and manufactures next-generation solar-powered cargo and workstation trailers. Ourtrailers combine commercial-grade trailer construction with solar power, battery storage, electrical systems,HVAC, and customized interior configurations.