Solar Electrical Apprentice: Field PV Installations

Knobelsdorff Enterprises; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance-based incentives

Paid weekly wages

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Enterprises is hiring an apprentice to support solar construction activities in Illinois. The role involves wiring, module connections, terminations, testing, and reading drawings to ensure proper installation and safety adherence.

The position emphasizes learning from leadership, using KE software for reporting, and maintaining proactive communication with supervisors about scope deviations. This is a full-time entry-level opportunity with on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Enrollment and good standing in the KE Apprenticeship Program.
• Willingness to travel (up to 100%).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pulling wire for PV string, DC, and AC feeder systems.
• Complete plug-and-play module connections and manage module leads.
• Perform DC terminations and label wiring for string wire, combiners, and inverters.
• Support AC terminations at inverters, transformers, and switchgear.
• Assist in electrical testing: insulation resistance and voltage tests.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installs.
• Use hand and power tools to install racking and modules per design.
• Participate in daily safety and work planning meetings.
• Complete tasks using KE’s internal software systems for reporting and documentation.
• Learn from leadership and ask questions to gain a full understanding of assignments.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors regarding issues or deviations from scope.

Skills

Apprenticeship Program

Travel up to 100%

Driver's license

Drug screen

Lift 50+ lbs

Electrical hours

Job description

Knobelsdorff Enterprises is hiring an apprentice to support solar construction activities in Illinois. The role involves wiring, module connections, terminations, testing, and reading drawings to ensure proper installation and safety adherence.

The position emphasizes learning from leadership, using KE software for reporting, and maintaining proactive communication with supervisors about scope deviations. This is a full-time entry-level opportunity with on-site duties.