Journeyman Electrician - Danville, VA

ZipRecruiter; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of tasks essential for the operation and maintenance of utility PV systems, including construction and commissioning of solar farms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical installation, a strong understanding of safety practices, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. If you are passionate about renewable energy and have the qualifications to ensure the highest standards of electrical work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years as a commercial journeyman electrician is required.
• NABCEP PV Installer certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and construction of solar farms.
• Troubleshoot and repair PV systems as needed.

Skills

Electrical Code Knowledge

Troubleshooting Skills

Wire Management

Conduit Bending

Safety Compliance

Education

NABCEP PV Installer Certification

4-5 Years as Commercial Journeyman Electrician

2-4 Years Electrical Installation Experience

Tools

Electrical Tools

Testing Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Summary:

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update the site superintendent if the PV system is not set up correctly after the end of the construction.
• Verify that applicable equipment and systems are installed according to contract documents, manufacturer recommendations, and industry-accepted best practices.
• DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, insulation resistance testing.
• Identify unsafe work or operating conditions and take proper action to neutralize hazards.
• Ensure the vehicle, tooling, electronics, software, and company property issued are accounted for.
• Work as a solar farm crew member on an as-needed basis with the Construction department.
• Cutting, bending, threading, and running electrical conduit materials.
• Wire pulling and management experience.
• Experience running rigid conduit.
• Must be able to bend offset, 3 points, 4 points saddles, 90s, etc.
• Work with the Operations & Maintenance department on an as-needed basis to ensure the PV system is receiving its normal scheduled maintenance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Must have 4-5 years of experience as a commercial journeyman electrician.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience as a commercial electrical helper.
• NABCEP PV Installer certification.
• 2-4 years of verifiable electrical installation experience.
• Knowledge of Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices.
• Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to hard hat, steel-toed shoes, rubber insulated gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short distances for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.