Journeyman Electrician

Solargaines

Salisbury, MD

$30 to $50 Hourly
Full-Time

Job Description

Solar Gaines is growing! We are looking to add Electricians to our expanding team.

You will be responsible for installing and repairing complex electrical controls, and wiring, working from a technical blueprint. To perform in this role, you need experience working on simple and complex electrical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reading technical diagrams and blueprints.
Following National Electrical Code state and local building regulations.
Installation of code-compliant electrical work on solar projects
Experience working with commercial PV systems, 600V and 1000V DC systems, single and three-phase systems, and communications and lighting systems.
Diagnose and repair malfunctioning solar systems and electrical components.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with the superintendent and project manager.
Ensure NEC electrical code compliance as related to solar PV installations and inspections.
Complete tasks safely, correctly, and on schedule.
Ensure electrical PPE, tools, and equipment assigned are maintained in good working condition or replaced as required
Willingness to assist with non-electrical and DC side work.
Coach/Teach Apprentices and more junior electricians.

Essential Skills:
Working knowledge of NEC and local electrical codes as they relate to solar PV installations and inspection compliance.
Experience reading blueprints, plans, and manufacturer specs.
Experience implementing quality control standards and assessing safety hazards to ensure job site safety and satisfy OSHA requirements.
Can lift 50 lbs. and comfortable working from elevated environments.

Completion of electrician apprenticeship.
High school diploma.
Valid driver's license.
Electrician degree from a technical college.
Deep electrical system, power generation, blueprints, maintenance, and repair knowledge.
Experience in the renewable energy field.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience
Journeyman electrician
OSHA 10 certification
Must be able to read construction drawings/diagrams and develop a working plan for implementation of design.
Demonstrated knowledge of DC electrical.
Basic math skills and reading comprehension.
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes
Valid driver’s license.
Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Demonstrate competence necessary to perform the work.
Solar Experience is highly preferred.

We offer stable employment with attractive compensation and benefits packages designed to reward hard work, dependability, and quality workmanship. Electricians who progress through our platform and perform at a high level are rewarded through increases in salary and responsibility.

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