Solar Electrician Trainee – Growth & Cross-Training

Sunrun Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun is seeking an Electrical Trainee to support the Foreman and Electricians on residential solar installations. This trainee will assist with electrical work, racking assembly, and site preparation, while upholding safety and quality standards across projects.

You will collaborate with Lead Installers and Installers to complete mechanical portions of installations and troubleshoot system issues. A valid driver's license and up to 5% travel are required; starting pay ranges from $26.40 to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of electrical installation and repair experience.
• Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer.
• Professional appearance and customer interaction.
• Strong work ethic and high craftsmanship with attention to detail.
• Basic computer knowledge: Excel and Word.
• Participation in Power+ programs may cross-train you to other departments.
• Strong mechanical/construction skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property
• Assist in the troubleshooting of system problems and help resolve electrical issues
• Assemble the racking and solar array when assigned
• Trenching, concrete work and equipment assembly
• Project clean up including client site and installation vehicle
• Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity
• Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards
• Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co-workers

Skills

Electrical installation

Customer interaction

Multi-tasking

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Craftsmanship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Sunrun is seeking an Electrical Trainee to support the Foreman and Electricians on residential solar installations. This trainee will assist with electrical work, racking assembly, and site preparation, while upholding safety and quality standards across projects.

You will collaborate with Lead Installers and Installers to complete mechanical portions of installations and troubleshoot system issues. A valid driver's license and up to 5% travel are required; starting pay ranges from $26.40 to