Journeyman Electrician

Sunpower; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Accident insurance

HSA savings

Stock options

Job summary

SunPower in Oregon is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join our renewable energy team. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar systems for residential projects, coordinating with crew members and communicating with our office to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires a valid journeyman license, knowledge of NEC codes, and experience with residential wiring. PV installation experience is preferred; candidates must be comfortable working at heights and reading

Qualifications

• Valid journeyman electrical license (national or state).
• Experience with residential solar installations preferred.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems for residential solar installations.
• Coordinate with crew members and communicate with the corporate office.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues on site.
• Ensure conformance to NEC and local codes.
• Lead installation of systems interconnecting the solar array to the grid.
• Maintain high workmanship and safety standards per OSHA.

Skills

Journeyman license

NEC knowledge

Residential wiring

Blueprint reading

Tools proficiency

OSHA compliance

Reading diagrams

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Level: Vocational

Shift: Full-time (40-45 hours)

Compensation: $80k-100k/year

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, & Life and Accident insurance, an HSA Savings Account, and the opportunity to receive stock options.

SunPower: With decades of experience, we are a U.S.-based solar company committed to providing reliable and sustainable energy and storage solutions. Clean energy and storage should be accessible to everyone. SunPower delivers all-in-one residential solar solutions with personal customer service, leading in sustainability through ethically sourced materials and low environmental impact.

SunPower supports the transition to clean energy through streamlined, dependable solar solutions designed to meet diverse needs while minimizing environmental impact. By prioritizing ethically sourced materials and collaborating with nonprofit organizations, we are expanding access to solar technology and contributing to a more sustainable, resilient future.

About Us: In 2025, Blue Raven Solar and Complete Solar came together under the trusted SunPower name. This transition brings together the strengths, expertise, and shared commitment to making clean energy simpler and more accessible for everyone.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Journeyman Electrician to join our renewable energy team. As a Journeyman Electrician, you will be a key contributor to the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar energy systems. Your expertise in electrical systems and renewable energy technology will ensure the safe and efficient operation of solar installations while adhering to industry standards and regulations. Electricians must be well-versed in residential wiring and able to coordinate with multiple crew members during the installation process. This position will require the individual to have the ability to communicate with other crew members and our corporate office effectively and efficiently.

Essential Duties:

• Ensure that work is performed in a professional manner to conform to existing national and local building codes.


• Work cooperatively with team members to complete residential solar installations.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot system components to resolve electrical issues.


• Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid.


• Ensure work performed is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes.

Key Competencies:

• Possession of either national or state journeyman electrician license.


• Working knowledge of current NEC codes.


• Must have working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels.


• PV Solar installation experience is preferred but not required.


• Must be experienced with all required hand/power tools associated with the electrical trade.


• Ability to read and interpret single line drawings.


• Must be comfortable working from ladders and at heights.


• Compliant with OSHA standards