Traveling Solar Journeyman Electrician | Midwest

Jobot; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health & dental

HSA contributions

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

Weekly pay

Travel between sites covered

Crew mentorship

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Traveling Journeyman Electrician for projects across Illinois and beyond. The role focuses on installing solar electrical systems, wiring, and documentation, with a fully mobile schedule and 100% travel requirements.

We offer strong benefits from day one including 100% employer-paid health and dental, HSA contributions, company-paid life and disability coverage, a 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Electrician license or 8,000+ electrical hours verified by prior employers.
• 5+ years of solar or electrical construction experience.
• Familiarity with PV systems and DC/AC configurations.
• Ability to travel 100% across the Midwest and beyond with overnight stays.
• US work authorization; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Install photovoltaic (solar) electrical systems per drawings and specs.
• Perform AC and DC terminations and wire management.
• Interpret construction documents, wire schedules, and BOMs.
• Apply current electrical codes and best practices on the job.
• Complete material takeoffs and support procurement.
• Mentor apprentices and crew members in the field.
• Maintain project documentation and field records.
• Coordinate with foremen and project managers to meet safety and production goals.
• Communicate effectively with crew, customers, and leadership.

Skills

Journeyman license

Solar experience

Electrical construction

Electrical schematics

Willing to travel

Driver's license

Background check

Drug screen

Physical endurance

US work eligibility

Job description

Jobot is hiring a Traveling Journeyman Electrician for projects across Illinois and beyond. The role focuses on installing solar electrical systems, wiring, and documentation, with a fully mobile schedule and 100% travel requirements.

We offer strong benefits from day one including 100% employer-paid health and dental, HSA contributions, company-paid life and disability coverage, a 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, and weekly pay.