Solar Electrician

Neil Kelly Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Neil Kelly Company in Portland, OR is seeking a Solar Electrician to install, maintain, and repair solar electrical systems for residential and light commercial projects. You will read plans, work with project managers and crews, and ensure code compliance and safety while documenting work for inspections.

As an on-site role, you will collaborate with designers and construction teams, with emphasis on reliability, quality workmanship, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical principles for solar power systems.
• Hands-on wiring, panel installation and system integration experience.
• Familiarity with NEC and local electrical codes.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Commitment to workplace safety, PPE use and safe work practices.
• Valid Oregon electrician license or ability to obtain within defined timeframe.
• Prior solar installations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair solar electrical systems on residential projects.
• Read plans and schematics; connect panels, inverters and battery systems.
• Diagnose issues and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and construction crews.
• Ensure code compliance and safety standards; document work for inspections.

Skills

Electrical principles

Solar system wiring

Panel installation

System integration

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints/schematics

Safety & PPE adherence

Team collaboration

Valid Oregon electrician license

Driver’s license & reliable transport

Education

Oregon electrician license

Job description

Company Description

Neil Kelly Company is a nationally recognized design/build remodeler known for award-winning design, innovative practices, and outstanding craftsmanship. With design centers in Portland, Seattle, Eugene, and Bend, the company has served Pacific Northwest homeowners for nearly eight decades. Neil Kelly offers comprehensive, fixed-price services, reliable scheduling, and industry-leading warranties that support long-term client relationships. As the region’s largest design builder, the company provides a full range of services, from full remodels to handyman work and home energy optimization, supported by a deep, multidisciplinary team.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Solar Electrician role is based in Portland, OR. The Solar Electrician installs, maintains, and repairs solar electrical systems for residential and light commercial projects, ensuring safe and code-compliant work. Daily tasks include wiring and connecting solar panels, inverters, and battery systems, performing diagnostics and troubleshooting, and completing routine maintenance on electrical components. The role collaborates closely with project managers, designers, and construction crews, reads and interprets plans and electrical schematics, and documents work performed for inspections and customer records. The Solar Electrician also adheres to safety procedures, local and national electrical codes, and company quality standards while delivering excellent on-site customer service.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of electricity and electrical principles relevant to solar power systems.
• Hands-on experience with electrical work, including wiring, panel installation, and system integration.
• Skills in maintenance & repair of solar and general electrical equipment, focusing on reliability and safety.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and solar system issues, using diagnostic tools and systematic methods.
• Understanding of electrical engineering concepts as they apply to system design, load calculations, and performance optimization.
• Current electrician license or certification in Oregon, or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe.
• Familiarity with NEC, local electrical codes, and best practices for solar installations.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and installation manuals, and follow detailed work instructions.
• Commitment to workplace safety, including proper use of PPE, fall protection, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work respectfully with diverse colleagues and clients.
• Physical ability to work on roofs, ladders, and in varying weather conditions, and to lift equipment as required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites.
• Prior experience in solar installations or renewable energy systems is preferred but not required.