Solar Electrician

NY State Solar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA

401K

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Growth Potential

Job summary

NY State Solar is seeking a Solar Electrician to install and rehabilitate solar systems across NYC and Long Island. You will drive a service truck daily and perform full service upgrades, panel swaps, and module mounting with a focus on safety and quality installations.

The role requires 3+ years as a solar electrician, own tools, a clean license, and willingness to travel between NYC boroughs. OSHA 10/30 is preferred and you will be trained on new products and installation methods.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Solar electrician.
• Own tools and clean driver's license.
• OSHA 10/30 preferred (can obtain after hire).
• Must be comfortable with working on roofs and heights.

Responsibilities

• Install full service upgrades and panel swaps.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and test equipment.
• Repair, install and test solar electrical systems (AC/DC).
• Maintain safety and environmental practices on site.
• Understand layout of solar modules and mounting hardware.
• Mount racking, modules and electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Troubleshooting

PV systems

Roof installation

Safety practices

Job description

Solar Electrician

Compensation: $28-$32 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

NY State Solar Solar sells, designs, and build quality solar systems. Our focus is to provide an outstanding customer experience and deliver a high quality PV system. Dedicated to helping New York become economically and environmentally sustainable.

A Solar Electricianwill assist with the installation of new projects and the rehabilitation of existing.

Solar Electrician Duties and Responsibilities:

• Can install full service upgrades from the PSEG connections, to replacing masts, meters, and full panel swap


• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical circuits


• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.


• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.


• Understand layout and assembly of solar modules/array and mounting hardware


• Mechanical and structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment;


• Basic electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)


• Ensure proper clean-up of job site.


• Willing to drive to the warehouse everyday to pick up a service truck and drive to all NYC boroughs and across Long Island.


• Attend training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety;


• Responsible for following the safe work practices for the installation team


• All other assignments and special projects, as requested by Management.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as an Solar electrician


• Solar experience is a plus but not required - will need to learn


• Clean drivers license


• OSHA 10/ or 30 (preferred, can obtain after being hired)


• Must have own tools


• Ability to safely terminate live wires and perform an electrical service upgrade


• Must be comfortable with being on roofs with pitched surfaces/Cannot have a fear of heights


• Ability to work in extreme weather (hot and sunny as well as colder temperatures)


• Ability to climb ladders/stairs

Benefits:

• Medical, vision & dental Insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• 401(K) with up to 6% match


• Paid Training


• Paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, etc.)


• Company paid disability insurance


• Growth potential for committed individuals