Solar Service Electrician

NY State Solar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

FSA

401(k)

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Career growth

Job summary

NY State Solar is seeking a Solar Service Electrician to install and service solar electrical systems across New York. Compensation is $28-$34 per hour for full-time, in-person work. The role requires driving, roof work, and adherence to safety practices.

Responsibilities include installing and testing electrical equipment, performing service upgrades, wiring solar arrays, and maintaining clean job sites. Applicants should have 5+ years of electrician experience, own tools, and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an electrician.
• Solar experience, commercial or residential (preferred).
• Clean driver's license.
• OSHA 10/30 (preferred, can obtain after hire).
• Must have own tools.
• Must be available to drive long distances.
• Ability to terminate live wires safely and perform a service upgrade.
• Comfortable on roofs with pitched surfaces and not afraid of heights.
• Work in extreme weather (hot/sunny and cold).
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.

Responsibilities

• Installs and monitors performance of electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement.
• Service upgrades, including installation of new meter pans, electrical panels, and circuit troubleshooting.
• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.
• Promotes safety and environmental practices; maintains equipment and supplies.
• Understand layout and mounting of solar modules/array and mounting hardware.
• Mounts racking, modules, and electrical equipment; basic wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC).
• Ensure proper clean-up of job site and attend training sessions on new products and safety.
• Follow safe work practices for the installation team.

Job description

Solar Service Electrician

Compensation: $28-$34 per/hour

Job Type: Full-time, In-person.

At NY State Solar, we design, build, and install high-quality solar energy systems across New York. Our mission is to deliver exceptional customer experiences while helping communities transition to economically and environmentally sustainable energy solutions.

Solar Service Electrician Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs and monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement.
• Expert in service upgrades, including the installation of new meter pans, electrical panels, and circuit troubleshooting
• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Understand layout and assembly of solar modules/array and mounting hardware
• Mechanical and structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment;
• Basic electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)
• Ensure proper clean-up of job site
• Attend training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety;
• Responsible for following the safe work practices for the installation team

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as an electrician
• Solar experience, commercial or residential (preferred)
• Clean drivers license
• OSHA 10/ or 30 (preferred, can obtain after being hired)
• Must have own tools
• Must be available to drive long distances
• Ability to safely terminate live wires and perform an electrical service upgrade
• Must be comfortable with being on roofs with pitched surfaces/Cannot have a fear of heights
• Ability to work in extreme weather (hot and sunny as well as colder temperatures)
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for driven individuals