Journeyman Electrician (solar experience required)

StraightUp Solar; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

StraightUp Solar is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to work on residential and commercial PV projects, with travel in MO and IL. This full-time position involves installing electrical systems for solar arrays and working under various conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of solar commercial experience and 2 years of trade school training. We offer a supportive team environment with ongoing training and a commitment to a cleaner energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years solar commercial experience.
• Ability to work on roofs and in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift at least 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Size fuses and circuit breakers per NEC code.
• Install electrical service panels and electrical disconnects.
• Wire solar arrays (AC and DC).

Skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Education

Minimum 2 year trade school training

Job description

Journeyman Electrician (solar experience required)

Join the StraightUp Solar team and be on the front lines of the Midwest’s transition to a clean energy economy! StraightUp Solar is seeking an Electrician to complete residential and commercial PV projects. There is travel within the state of MO and IL, about 65% of the time. We pay for lodging and per diem when there is travel.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Size fuses and circuit breakers per NEC code
• Conduit bending – up to 2 inch
• Install electrical service panels, electric service entrance, and electrical disconnects
• Electrical wiring of solar array (AC and DC).

Job requirements:

• Minimum 3 years solar commercial experience.
• Minimum 2 year trade school training or BAT approved program (bureau of apprenticeship training).
• Ability to work on roofs and in hot sun, cold weather, crawl spaces, flat and sloped roofs, ladders
• Must be organized, self-motivated
• Must be able to lift at least 75 lbs
• Must have excellent communication skills and work well on a team
• Must have a clean driving record, a valid driver’s license, and access to reliable transportation. Also be in commuting distance to the St. Louis metro area.

StraightUp Solar is a values-based company committed to a cleaner, safer, and more secure energy future — one solar panel at a time.

We provide a supportive team environment which allows everyone the opportunity to collaborate on ideas to improve the company. StraightUp Solar is committed to ongoing training and professional development. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer celebrating our employees’ differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Different makes us better.

CLEARE Values:

• Care for Community
• Lead the Energy Transition
• Educate Everyone
• Advocate with Purpose
• Respect People & Planet

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Structure: Hourly, paid every Friday