Solar AC Electrical Foreman

Essel; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Competitive Benefits

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Solar AC Electrical Foreman to lead solar installation teams. In this dynamic role, you will ensure the successful installation, maintenance, and repair of solar electrical systems, adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. Your expertise in troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical systems will be crucial as you navigate various job sites. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while coordinating with a dedicated team, making a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you are passionate about solar technology and have a strong electrical background, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in commercial or solar electrician roles.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and maintenance of solar electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faulty systems using testing equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical Competencies

Problem-Solving Skills

Safety Hazard Identification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Testing Equipment

Job description

Description

Essel is looking for a dedicated and experienced Solar AC Electrical Foreman to lead our solar installation teams. In this role, you will oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of solar electrical systems, ensuring projects are completed on time and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Our Electrical Site Lead needs to have scheduling flexibility with an ability to travel to different jobsites.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Troubleshooting and diagnosing faulty systems, devices, and parts by utilizing testing equipment and hand tools to identify the sources of the malfunction to resolve the issue.
2. Proficiency in electrical competencies including identification of faults in AC/DC electrical systems and the capacity to troubleshoot and resolve them.
3. Analyzing electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, as well as the necessity for modification or maintenance and to ensure code compliance.
4. Verifying the compatibility and safety of electrical systems by testing the continuity of circuits within the wiring, equipment, and fixtures by utilizing testing devices to ensure the integrity and functionality of the entire system.
5. Providing continuous feedback to management regarding any potential hazards associated with the ongoing operation of equipment.
6. Performing job duties on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs to install, maintain or repair any electrical wiring, equipment and/or fixtures.
7. Completing physically demanding tasks such as (but not limited to): trench digging, underground installation of conduit, and long-term bending, crouching, pulling, lifting, etc.
8. Understanding plans, specifications, contracts, blueprints, safety documents, and any other workplace or job site related documentation pertaining to each job.
9. Demonstrating efficient problem-solving skills while identifying and mitigating safety hazards, code violations, and other electrical issues.

Requirements:

1. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a commercial, industrial, or solar electrician journeyman capacity with thorough understanding of electrical equipment, high and low voltages, electrical theory, power generation, switchgear maintenance, and paralleling procedures.
2. Possess strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures.
3. Versed in all electrical test equipment to diagnose or troubleshoot all electrical systems and instruments.
4. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed to achieve objectives without supervision while coordinating tasks with others through personal initiative.
5. OSHA 10 certification.
6. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
7. High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Benefits:

Industry competitive benefits.