Commercial Electrician-Solar Installation Team Lead

Solar Energy Solutions (SES) is seeking a talented Team Leader/Commercial Electrician with proven supervisory and field experience for our very rapidly growing team. The full-time position will be responsible for leading the installation of SES commercial or utility solar energy systems and training/managing SES installers. Experience in the solar, electrical, and/or renewable energy industry is strongly preferred but not required. Experience in Commercial Construction Electrical is important, including site leadership positions is required. Electrical license is preferred.

About Solar Energy Solutions: Formed in 2006, Solar Energy Solutions delivers high-quality renewable energy solutions throughout Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois and West Virginia.

Our goal is to be the defining player in all areas of solar development in Kentucky and the surrounding states, make a tangible difference to society by building a new clean energy economy and do that through the creation of well-paid stable sustainable jobs.

We specialize in the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of residential, commercial, institutional and utility photovoltaic and solar thermal systems. Our personnel are the best in the region, holding specialized licenses and certifications in all relevant renewable fields. We are growing fast and want people with skills and stretch to come with us on this exciting growth journey that is only just beginning.

Solar Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of a safe job site.
• Works closely with SES staff and customers to develop solar projects to plan.
• Reviews install projects to ensure effective jobsite execution.
• Schedules jobsite tasks and subcontractors.
• Management, evaluation and training of SES employees.
• Routine interaction with SES customers to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Site survey, marking, groundwork and excavation management.
• Installation of solar components.
• Installation of solar panels.
• AC & DC electrical wiring.
• Communications and monitoring systems.
• Install commissioning and inspection.
• Job documentation.
• Completes and stays current on safety and industry training.

Required Skills

• Minimum current Journeyman level electrical certification
• Proven management/supervisory experience including on the job employee coaching, training and development.
• Proven high level understanding of and experience with AC & DC electrical wiring
• Ability to work in extreme environments hot sun, winter outdoor installs, attics etc.
• Must be able to fulfill physical requirements as assessed by a qualified medical professional. Work involves squatting, twisting, standing and stretched positions, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. of materials or tools. Climbing up and down ladders and working over uneven ground or at heights.
• Ability to legally and safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Experience with the safe and effective use of hand-held and power tools.
• A focus on precision and quality.
• Ability to use basic computer applications (Word, Excel, Email).
• Ability to work as a team and foster a positive team spirit.
• Strong communications skills to team, supervisor and peers.
• Demonstrated roof or construction industry experience.
• Ability to travel and work away from home routinely.

Desired Skills

• Master electrician certification or desire to test and qualify.
• Previous experience in PV installations, roof work, general construction or carpentry.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional status.
• Associates degree.
• All candidates must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test in addition to background and motor vehicle checks.
• Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration of application.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and personal and company performance bonus system.
• ESOP
• Prevailing wage earning potential.
• Paid time off.
• Company 401K.
• Work truck and gas provided for home/work travel.

Paid per diem for time away from home