Journeyman Electrician - Cologne, VA

Strata Clean Energy; Cologne (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating utility PV systems, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your expertise in electrical installation and troubleshooting will be vital as you work on solar farm projects. This full-time position offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions while collaborating with a dedicated team. If you're ready to make a difference in the renewable energy sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience as a commercial journeyman electrician.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and construction of solar farms.
• Troubleshoot, test, and repair PV systems as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations & Maintenance for scheduled maintenance.

Skills

Electrical Conduit Installation

DC and AC Testing

Troubleshooting and Repair

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

OSHA Safety Standards

Education

Journeyman Electrician Certification

NABCEP PV Installer Certification

Tools

Electrical Testing Equipment

Conduit Bending Tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Journeyman Electrician - Cologne, VA role at Strata Clean Energy

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Journeyman Electrician - Cologne, VA role at Strata Clean Energy

Summary

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

• Update the site superintendent if the PV system is not set up correctly before the end of construction.
• Verify that equipment and systems are installed according to contract documents, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices.
• Perform DC and AC testing, including polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, and insulation resistance testing.
• Identify unsafe work or operating conditions and take proper actions to neutralize hazards.
• Ensure that vehicles, tools, electronics, software, and company property are accounted for.
• Work as part of a solar farm crew on an as-needed basis with the Construction department.
• Cut, bend, thread, and run electrical conduit materials.
• Perform wire pulling and management.
• Experience running rigid conduit.
• Be able to bend offsets, 3 points, 4 points saddles, 90-degree bends, etc.
• Collaborate with the Operations & Maintenance department to ensure scheduled maintenance is performed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Require 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 preferred.
• 2-4 years of verifiable electrical installation experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and standard practices.
• Understanding of OSHA safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to read electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Willingness to travel, work on-call during off-hours and weekends.
• Must comply with safety standards, PPE required (hard hat, steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, and walk for 8-10 hours daily.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing