Solar Electrician 1: Lead Installations & Mentoring

Sunrun Inc.; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun Inc. is seeking a Certified Electrician 1 to join our residential solar installations team in the United States. You will lead and mentor electricians, install solar systems, and expand knowledge of energy storage while ensuring safety and compliance with NEC and local codes.

The role emphasizes training, quality improvement, and collaboration with AHJ inspectors and license holders. Expect travel up to 5% and a pathway for growth within Sunrun’s unified energy lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 1 year solar electrical installation and repair experience required.
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels required.
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license.
• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check.
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring Electricians.
• Safety and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customer’s residential property.
• Ensure work performed by all electricians is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes.
• Complete solar battery installations as assigned.
• Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues.
• Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU).
• Work with branch team and home owners to fulfill any necessary system upgrades/repairs to support our solar equipment.
• Mentor others to enhance their overall electrical skills.
• Train on Sunrun established best practices as well as prepare team members for future positions at Sunrun.
• Work cross-functionally with license holders, AHJ inspectors, and crew members to serve as a subject matter expert on electrical work.
• Solve for recurring quality issues and failed inspections to increase the installation pass rate.
• Additional duties assigned as needed.
• 5% travel required.

Skills

Solar electrical installation

Electrical wiring up to 600 VDC/480VAC

Mentoring Electricians

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman License/Electrician Certification

Job description

Sunrun Inc. is seeking a Certified Electrician 1 to join our residential solar installations team in the United States. You will lead and mentor electricians, install solar systems, and expand knowledge of energy storage while ensuring safety and compliance with NEC and local codes.

The role emphasizes training, quality improvement, and collaboration with AHJ inspectors and license holders. Expect travel up to 5% and a pathway for growth within Sunrun’s unified energy lifecycle.