Journeyman Electrician

Standard Energy Solutions; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Health insurance

Vision

Dental

Short and long-term disability

Life Insurance

401K

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Employee referral program

Job summary

Standard Energy Solutions is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to perform residential solar PV installations across the Mid-Atlantic region from our Virginia base. You will manage service upgrades, panel work, and interconnections while ensuring NEC compliance and safety on active sites.

The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, troubleshooting ability, and the stamina to work independently with minimal supervision. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Journeyman Electrician.
• Tremendous Customer Service Skills, Written and Verbal.
• Understand Troubleshooting Techniques.
• Independent Worker with Little to No Direct Supervision.
• Aware of NEC code and making sure all work is code compliant.
• Inventory and Tool Management.
• Ability to use basic installation tools, power tools and hand tools.
• Good physical condition, able to lift minimum of 50lbs, and have the ability to climb ladders.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass background check and Drug Screen.
• Punctual, regular and consistent attendance record.
• Install and Troubleshoot lighting, panels, disconnects, conduit, solar panels, inverters.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical installations for residential PV systems.
• Service upgrades, main panel work, and subpanels.
• Line-side taps, backfed breakers, and interconnections.
• Installation of inverters, batteries, and disconnects.
• Ensure NEC, local codes, and utility requirements are met.
• Lead or support electrical portions of installs on active job sites.
• Verify system design against site conditions and flag discrepancies.
• Perform system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, and utility representatives.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Complete required documentation (photos, as-builts, commissioning reports).
• Provide guidance and oversight to apprentices and install crews.
• Train team members on electrical best practices and safety standards.
• Support a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Journeyman Electrician

Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Independent Worker

NEC Knowledge

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Driver's License

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

• $5,000 new hire bonus** bonus to be paid after 90 days of employment

Company Mission

Creating a Clean, Sustainable and Secure Energy Future.

Why Work With Us

If you are passionate about the national transition to renewable energy in a high-growth environment, then you belong on our team! Winner of countless achievement, proficiency and quality culture awards, including Baltimore Business Journals Best Places to Work 2024, the team at Standard Energy is unmatched in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region. With annual revenue growth exceeding 400% since 2015, we need new team members to continue to advance our mission. If you come here, you better be ready to bring EXCELLENCE!

About Standard Energy Solutions

Since 2004, our team has been on the leading edge of renewable innovation allowing us to design and install the highest quality renewable energy solutions for our customers. Standard Energy Solutions (SES) is a Maryland-based professional renewable energy solutions EPC that serves residential customers in a number of states throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. SES offers comprehensive design, engineering, installation and O&M service solutions for distributed solar, electrical load management and energy storage systems. Our team has the skill and experience necessary to assess the energy consumption of your home or business and develop actionable strategies to reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint, while improving the health, safety and comfort of the building structure.

Job Description

• Perform electrical installation for residential solar PV systems, including:
• Service upgrades, main panel work, and subpanels
• Line-side taps, backfed breakers, and interconnections
• Installation of inverters, batteries, and disconnects
• Ensure all work complies with NEC, local codes, and utility requirements
• Lead or support electrical portions of installs on active job sites
• Verify system design against site conditions and flag discrepancies
• Perform system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting
• Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, and utility representatives
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Complete required documentation (photos, as-builts, commissioning reports)
• Provide guidance and oversight to apprentices and install crews
• Train team members on electrical best practices and safety standards
• Support a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement

Job Requirements

• Must be a Journeyman Electrician.
• Must have Tremendous Customer Service Skills, Written and Verbal.
• Understand Troubleshooting Techniques.
• Independent Worker with Little to No Direct Supervision.
• Aware of NEC code and making sure all work is code compliant.
• Inventory and Tool Management.
• Ability to use basic installation tools, power tools and hand tools.
• Good physical condition, able to lift minimum of 50lbs, and have the ability to climb ladders.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass background check and Drug Screen.
• Punctual, regular and consistent attendance record.
• Install and Troubleshoot lighting, panels, disconnects, conduit, solar panels, inverters.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Training
• Full Benefits Package including
• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Attractive Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Employee Referral Program

The ideal candidate will have a passion for solar PV, an interest in mitigating climate change, and a desire to build distributed solar resources across the D/M/V utilizing innovative programs.