Electrician -Solar

Brooklyn SolarWorks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Profit-sharing bonus

Paid time off

11 company holidays

Pre-tax commuter transit

HSA options

EAP program

Job summary

Brooklyn SolarWorks in NYC is hiring an Electrical Installer to join our Install team. You will work with a small crew to install electrical equipment, conduit and wiring on solar projects.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on electrical work, and problem-solving across boroughs. Travel is 90% and requires lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing ladders/roofs. Full-time hours, 8am-5pm, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ensures OSHA safety rules are followed on all jobs.
• Minimum 2 years of construction experience.
• Valid NYS driver's license with clean driving record.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and prolonged standing.
• Willing to travel to job sites across NYC boroughs (90%).

Responsibilities

• Maintain OSHA compliance and enforce safety protocols.
• Promote job site safety and rectify hazards.
• Perform electrical installations to Brooklyn SolarWorks standards.
• Be familiar with electrical aspects of Brooklyn SolarWorks systems.
• Collaborate with crew lead and team on daily activities.

Skills

Conduit bending

Tool experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

40-hr SST

Tools

Drill

Angle Grinder

Impact Driver

Reciprocating Saw

Hammer Drill

Heat Gun

Job description

Location: NYC Metro Area (Field-Based — travels to job sites across the boroughs)

Hours: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (hours may vary based on business needs)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: ElectricalInstallation Manager

About the Position

Brooklyn SolarWorks is looking for a skilled Electrical Installer to join our Install team. We want someone who knows their way around electrical systems and enjoys problem solving.

As an Electrical Installer, you will be working with a small team to complete installation of electrical equipment, conduit and wiring, and generally contribute to the completion of solar project installations.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance with and enforce all OSHA safety rules and protocols for the company.
• Promote job site safety, ensure safe work practices, and rectify job site hazard.
• Perform work to Brooklyn SolarWorks standards.
• Responsible for being familiar with electrical aspects of Brooklyn SolarWorks systems.
• Carry out additional duties as required by the Manager.
• Communicate with the crew lead and rest of the team on the day's activities, progress and success.

Required qualifications:

• Valid NYS Driver’s license and clean driving record.
• 40-hr SST required.
• At least 2 years of construction experience.
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs or more.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods at a time required.
• Conduit bending.
• Familiarity with power tools (Drill, Angle Grinder, Impact Driver, Reciprocating Saw (Sawzall), Hammer Drill, and Heat Gun).
• Demonstrated reliability with strong attendance and punctuality.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working on ladders and on roofs.
• Comfortable working in electrical panels.
• Strong time management skills.
• Good customer relation skills.

Additional Details

• Travel: 90%

Compensation:

• $23-$27/per hour DOE

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — BSW covers 100% of employee premiums on select medical plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth) with 4% tiered company matching — eligible after 6 months
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Paid Time Off + 11 company holidays
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit (MTA MetroCard)
• HSA and FSA options
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Brooklyn SolarWorks

Founded in 2015, Brooklyn SolarWorks is a solar design and installation firm focused on delivering solar built for NYC homeowners. By designing systems specifically for urban rooftops and navigating the city’s complex permitting and infrastructure, we make solar possible where others can’t. With over 3,000 installations across the five boroughs, our team is helping build a cleaner, more resilient city powered by solar energy. At Brooklyn SolarWorks you’ll find a diverse community of local New Yorkers who work hard and have fun. Our people are resourceful problem solvers full of creative ideas, committed to the team’s success, adaptable to change, and deeply passionate about helping our customers go solar.

Brooklyn SolarWorks offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, language, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disability status, genetics, family or marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualification requirements may vary depending on business necessity.