Journeyman Electrician/Solar Technician

Good Faith Energy; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem pay

Job summary

A solar energy installation company is seeking a Lead Electrician who will report to the Operations Manager. The role involves leading crews for solar and battery installations, ensuring quality control, and maintaining communication with project management. Candidates must have 2-3 years of experience in the solar industry, hold a current Journeyman License, and be OSHA certified. Salary ranges from $25 to $35 per hour based on experience and licensing, with travel required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in the solar industry required.
• Must hold a current Journeyman License and be OSHA 10 certified.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train crews on solar installations.
• Evaluate electrical work needs with Project Management.
• Maintain a high pass rate on all installations.

Skills

Experience in the solar industry

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in diverse environments

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Current Journeyman License

OSHA 10 certification

CPR certification

Tools

Safety gear

Heavy equipment (Trencher, man lift, Fork lift)

Job description

Overview

Full-time

Description

Are your skills electrifying? Do you enlighten your team? Do you love watt you do? Wire you waiting for - apply now?

This position travels to job sites and you must be willing and able to travel daily and overnight.

General Summary

You will report directly to the Operations Manager as well as work closely with him to learn the installation process the way Good Faith Energy installs solar systems. You will not be limited. There may be times where you are doing solar only jobs or possibly even a charger install. Electricians at Good Faith Energy have to be flexible and nimble. Good Faith Energy Electricians are problem solving professionals. We can do anything we put our minds to with the help of each other. We are a team as well as a family and we have each other's backs and work together for each other. This is a salaried position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be fully qualified and capable of working directly with Project Management to understand and evaluate scheduled electrical work needed to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Must be capable of performing all duties associated with Crew lead position by leading and training
• Requires roof work
• Travel time of 2-3 weeks per month, with per diem pay
• Experience with Tesla, Enphase, Fronius and SolarEdge Systems
• Must be able to self prepare for all scopes of Electrical work needed by evaluating pictures from site assessment and communicating directly with the PM and Design team about any necessary changes or improvements to the electrical plan set. These changes must be documented and sent in to the PM team.
• Must maintain tools and materials needed to “adapt and overcome” any challenges that come up in the field including Utility shut downs.
• Must be capable of communicating at a high level with city Inspectors.
• Must maintain a 90% or higher pass rate on all Electrical Equipment wall installations and maintain less than 10% service calls generated by installation related quality issues.
• Must be capable of cross training and Crew development when assigned to supervise and support Solar Installation crews, allowing Roof Crew leads to self perform installations while maintaining consistent quality by performing and documenting (pictures) of Quality control checks at specific points during the installation process.
• Must be capable of supervising the Crew while the Electrical Apprentice ( Roof Lead or other designated person by management) gets experience on electrical wall installation and service upgrades.
• Must have required personal tools of the trade, see “minimum required personal tools of the trade”
• During the first 90 days you will be required to learn how to install Tesla Powerwall coupled with enphase solar systems.
• We will be looking to you to run your own crew with a helper installing Powerwall and solar systems. By the end of the 90 days you will be required to take a proficiency test. This test will include you installing a complete battery and solar system without the help of the Lead Electrician at Good Faith Energy.
• You must pass this test to be a lead Electrician for Good Faith Energy.
• We will provide you with all the On the Job training as well as classroom materials to advance your knowledge of the systems you will be installing.
• Attends all meetings and conference calls.
• Performs in a manner consistent with company Core Values
• Maintains strictest confidentiality.
• Provides excellent customer service, for both internal and external customers.
• Follows all OSHA and other safety guidelines.
• Actively demonstrates teamwork at all times.
• Adheres to company safety standards at all times, such that no serious (requiring medical attention) injury occurred during the prior 12-month period.
• Follows other policies and procedures such that there are no verbal or written warnings during the evaluation period.
• The duties described above are not inclusive. Additional duties may be permanently assigned or required from time to time due to the need to respond to customer needs and remain competitive in the marketplace.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Electricians work outside and inside attic or other small areas. Electricians must be acclimated to the ambient temperatures. Electricians must be nimble and physically able to perform all the job functions. Electricians work 8-10 hours per day, standing, sitting, walking, climbing, reaching, pulling, and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• 2-3 years experience in the solar industry
• Must hold a current Journeyman License.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Must be OSHA 10 certified.
• Must be qualified to operate a Company truck and capable of operating any heavy equipment on the job (Trencher, man lift, Fork lift)
• Proficient in the proper use of Safety gear and training/supervising for working above 6’ from the ground, roofs, ladders, etc.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Read all installation product manuals for proper install of various devices
• Communicate effectively through all Work related chat/email chains while maintaining consistent quality by performing and documenting (pictures) of Quality control checks at specific points during the installation process.

Salary Description

$25-$35/hour DOE and license