Lead Solar Electrician & Mentor (5% Travel)

Sunrun Inc.; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun seeks a Certified Electrician 2 to install solar systems, mentor electricians, and support energy storage projects nationwide. You will lead residential installations, ensure NEC/local code compliance, and collaborate with branch teams and homeowners to deliver high-quality solar solutions.

Responsibilities include MPU upgrades, troubleshooting, and coaching teammates on Sunrun best practices while traveling up to 5% to customer sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year solar electrical installation and repair experience required.
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels required.
• Ability to proficiently perform the job duties of a Certified Electrician 1.
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements.
• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check.
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring Electricians.
• Safety and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customer’s residential property.
• Ensure work performed by all electricians is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes.
• Complete solar battery installations as assigned.
• Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues.
• Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU).
• Work with branch team and home owners to fulfill any necessary system upgrades/repairs to support our solar equipment.
• Mentor others to enhance their overall electrical skills.
• Train on Sunrun established best practices as well as prepare team members for future positions at Sunrun.
• Work cross-functionally with license holders, AHJ inspectors, and crew members to serve as a subject matter expert on electrical work.
• Solve for recurring quality issues and failed inspections to increase the installation pass rate.
• Additional duties assigned as needed.
• 5% travel required.

Skills

Safety focus

Customer focus

Mentoring Electricians

Driving record clean

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman license / Electrician certification

Job description

Sunrun seeks a Certified Electrician 2 to install solar systems, mentor electricians, and support energy storage projects nationwide. You will lead residential installations, ensure NEC/local code compliance, and collaborate with branch teams and homeowners to deliver high-quality solar solutions.

Responsibilities include MPU upgrades, troubleshooting, and coaching teammates on Sunrun best practices while traveling up to 5% to customer sites.