Rainshadow Solar: Electrician / Solar Installer

Orcas Island Chamber; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tool allowance

Job summary

Rainshadow Solar on Orcas Island in Washington State is seeking an Electrician/Solar Installer to join our renewable energy team. You’ll install PV modules on rooftops and ground mounts, prioritize safety, and work outdoors in diverse conditions while upholding professional standards and appearance.

Requirements include being comfortable with heights, having a valid driver's license, your own hand tools and an operating vehicle, and a willingness to relocate to San Juan County.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with heights, working on rooftops, and tight spaces.
• Willing to work in the great outdoors.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to email a resume and cover letter.
• Interested in developing skills in the electrical and renewable energy trades.
• Must have current driver's license.
• Must have own hand tools and an operating vehicle.
• Must live in or be willing to relocate to San Juan County.

Responsibilities

• Installing PV modules on rooftops and on ground mounts.
• Prioritizing safety for yourself, your work colleagues, and our clients.
• Working in a variety of environments, including outside on rooftops, on ladders, and in crawlspaces/attics.
• Occasional outer island travel.
• Maintaining a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• General knowledge of electrical, building, and roofing systems.

Skills

Working at heights

Outdoor work

Electrical trades interest

Physical fitness

Tools

Hand tools

Operating vehicle

Job description

Salary or Pay Range

Based on Experience

Job Description

If you join our crew, you'll work on beautiful islands, occasionally see orca whales and bald eagles, and your commute will likely involve a ferry (but not gridlock on an interstate).

Rainshadow Solar has been installing solar and other renewable energy systems since 1989. Operating from Orcas Island in the beautiful San Juan Islands, we specialize in design and installation of solar energy systems, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging systems.

We provide solutions for both grid-tied and off-grid projects. We are a locally-owned business working to bring renewable energy solutions to our community in the San Juan Islands and beyond. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, believes in making the world a better place, and would be a valuable team member for our top-notch crew.

We offer a competitive compensation package, with salary dependent on experience. Health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (sick/vacation/holiday), tool allowance, and other company benefits available after 90 days. And we work in the mostbeautifulplace in Washington.
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As anElectrician/Solar Installer, you MUST be:

• Comfortable with heights, working on roof tops, and tight spaces.
• Willing to work in the great outdoors.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to email a resume and personalized cover letter.
• Interested in developing skills in the electrical and renewable energy trades.

Electrician/Solar Installer positionkey responsibilities:

Being an electrician (01 or 02 classification), OR

Being an electrical trainee working under the supervision of our electricians on various electrical tasks, AND

Installing PV modules on rooftops and on ground mounts;

Prioritizing safety for yourself, your work colleagues, and our clients;

Working in a variety of environments, including outside on roof tops, on tall ladders, and inside tight spaces like crawlspaces and attics;

Occasional outer island travel;

Maintaining a professional appearance and attitude at all times; and

General knowledge of electrical, building, and roofing systems.

• Must have current driver's license.
• Must have own hand tools and an operating vehicle.
• Must live in or be willing to relocate to San Juan County.

Rainshadow Solaris committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.