Solar Electrician Apprentice - Paid Training & Growth

MARS Energy Solutions; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

Company covers enrollment/books/class

On-site training 40 hours/week

Job summary

MARS Energy Solutions is seeking motivated individuals for a Solar Electrician Apprentice role to learn installation, maintenance, and testing of solar PV systems alongside experienced electricians.

The paid apprenticeship blends classroom education with hands-on field work, with company coverage for enrollment, books, and class time, plus on-site training for 40 hours weekly. Travel to Midwest project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Reliable transportation to report to assigned job sites.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of solar panels, inverters, racking systems, and related electrical components.
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical documents.
• Support troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of solar PV systems.
• Assist with testing and commissioning electrical systems for safety and functionality.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Participate in apprenticeship classes, training programs, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Utilize personal hand tools necessary to perform assigned tasks. Company-provided specialty equipment and safety gear will be supplied.
• Work locations are project-based and travel to various job sites throughout the Midwest.
• Current project assignments are primarily prevailing wage; may be non-prevailing wage in the future.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong communication

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Electrical fundamentals training

OSHA 10 (preferred)

Job description

MARS Energy Solutions is seeking motivated individuals for a Solar Electrician Apprentice role to learn installation, maintenance, and testing of solar PV systems alongside experienced electricians.

The paid apprenticeship blends classroom education with hands-on field work, with company coverage for enrollment, books, and class time, plus on-site training for 40 hours weekly. Travel to Midwest project sites is expected.