Electrician - Journeyman

Location: Bridgeville

Solar Gaines is growing! We currently need licensed journeyman electricians to complete the electrical work on multiple prevailing wage projects throughout the Delaware/Maryland area.

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 in the field working on simple and complex electrical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installation of code-compliant electrical work on solar projects
• Install wiring, conduit, enclosures, switch gear, main service replacements, sub-panels, and transformers.
• Read technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Perform general electrical maintenance.
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures.
• Following the National Electrical Code state and local building regulations.
• Experience working with commercial PV systems, 600V and 1000V DC systems, single and three-phase systems, and communications.
• 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 tasks
• 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.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working from elevated environments.
• Experience in the renewable energy field a plus.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• 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.
• Solar Experience is highly preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• PTO / Sick leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Referral Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay: $30 - $60 per hour
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule - Monday - Friday

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.