Solar Electrician

SunPower Corporation; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA account

Stock options

Job summary

SunPower Corporation in Raleigh, NC is hiring a Solar Electrician to join our renewable energy team. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot residential solar systems, ensuring safe operation and adherence to NEC and local codes across projects.

The ideal candidate holds a journeyman electrician license and has hands-on experience with residential wiring, is comfortable coordinating with crew members, and can communicate effectively with our office.

Qualifications

• Experience with residential solar installations and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues in a timely manner.
• Strong commitment to code compliance and safety standards (NEC/OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Ensure work meets national and local building codes.
• Collaborate with team to complete residential solar installations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system components to resolve electrical issues.
• Lead installation of electrical systems interconnecting the solar array to the grid.
• Ensure workmanship and compliance with NEC and local codes.

Skills

Electrical work

Residential wiring experience

Code compliance NEC/UL

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

OSHA safety

Education

Journeyman electrician license

Job description

Solar Electrician

Job Level: Vocational

Shift: Full-time (40-45 hours)

Compensation: $80k-100k/year

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, & Life and Accident insurance, an HSA Savings Account, and the opportunity to receive stock options.

SunPower: With decades of experience, we are a U.S.-based solar company committed to providing reliable and sustainable energy and storage solutions. Clean energy and storage should be accessible to everyone. SunPower delivers all-in-one residential solar solutions with personal customer service, leading in sustainability through ethically sourced materials and low environmental impact.

SunPower supports the transition to clean energy through streamlined, dependable solar solutions designed to meet diverse needs while minimizing environmental impact. By prioritizing ethically sourced materials and collaborating with nonprofit organizations, we are expanding access to solar technology and contributing to a more sustainable, resilient future.

About Us: In 2025, Blue Raven Solar and Complete Solar came together under the trusted SunPower name. This transition brings together the strengths, expertise, and shared commitment to making clean energy simpler and more accessible for everyone.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Journeyman Electrician to join our renewable energy team. As a Journeyman Electrician, you will be a key contributor to the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar energy systems. Your expertise in electrical systems and renewable energy technology will ensure the safe and efficient operation of solar installations while adhering to industry standards and regulations. Electricians must be well-versed in residential wiring and able to coordinate with multiple crew members during the installation process. This position will require the individual to have the ability to communicate with other crew members and our corporate office effectively and efficiently.

Essential Duties:

• Ensure that work is performed in a professional manner to conform to existing national and local building codes.
• Work cooperatively with team members to complete residential solar installations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system components to resolve electrical issues.
• Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid.
• Ensure work performed is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes.

Key Competencies:

• Possession of either national or state journeyman electrician license.
• Working knowledge of current NEC codes.
• Must have working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels.
• PV Solar installation experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be experienced with all required hand/power tools associated with the electrical trade.
• Ability to read and interpret single line drawings.
• Must be comfortable working from ladders and at heights.
• Compliant with OSHA standards