Job Summary:
The Ecohouse Electrical Lead will oversee field electrical work, ensuring compliance with codes and maintaining the highest quality standards. Additionally, they will be responsible for maintenance and repair of solar power systems, ensuring that photovoltaic systems are correctly wired, connected, and operating safely and efficiently. This role involves working with solar panels, inverters, and electrical components to integrate solar energy systems into residential, commercial, or industrial applications.
The Solar Electrician ensures that all electrical work complies with industry codes and safety standards, while also troubleshooting issues and conducting repairs when necessary. This position requires a strong foundation in electrical work, a specialized understanding of solar technology, and the ability to work in a team to deliver high-quality solar installations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support the oversight of field electrical installations, with direction from licensed electrician
- Review electrical drawings and site-specific designs to prepare for construction
- Install electrical equipment necessary for solar construction projects, including DC/AC wiring, junction boxes, conduit, inverters, combiner boxes, disconnects, etc.
- Interconnect systems by way of back feed breakers and line side taps
- Troubleshoot issues with new and existing systems
- Perform additional electric work, such as installation of subpanels or replacement of main service panels
- Ensure compliance with National Electric Code and jurisdictional requirements
- In partnership with electrical and construction managers, quality engineering manager, ensure installations are of high quality and consistent with industry standards
- Lead and execute end to end training of new hires in basic solar installation.
- Lead and execute training of all employees in electrical installation
- Support with all other solar installation responsibilities as needed by the business
Required Skills:
- Strong enthusiasm for renewable energy
- Capable of lifting over 60 lbs and performing demanding physical tasks
- Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights, including on pitched roofs
- Able to work in confined spaces like attics and crawlspaces
- Open to working in various weather conditions
- Self-driven and enthusiastic about learning
- Focused on providing excellent customer service
Minimum Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5-7 years’ electrical experience
- 5+ years’ solar experience
- OSHA certified
- Enphase and SolarEdge certified
- Other certifications a plus:
- GENERAC
- SPAN
- SMA
- IRON RIDGE
- Uni-Rac
- RoofTech
- NEC comprehension
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, a current or future need for sponsorship is not supported or available for this position.
Salary Range: $59,850.00 - $95,760.00
*This range reflects base pay only. Incentive earnings, like commissions or bonuses, are not included.This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan based on company performance.
How We Support Your Wellbeing:
Our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why at IGS, we are committed to offering a holistic benefit program that allows employees to stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain flexibility in their wellbeing journey.
- Healthcare Essentials: Comprehensive coverage including medical (plus free telehealth), dental, vision, and employer health savings account contributions.
- Mental Wellbeing: Robust support through Headspace and free mental healthcare visits for you and your dependents.
- Family Planning Support: Extensive assistance with Maven, paid family and caregiver leave, and fertility, adoption, and surrogacy services.
- Financial Readiness: Strong financial foundation with a 401(k) plan, company match, and access to financial wellbeing tools.
- Work-Life Balance: paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid leaves, employee hardship fund, and a wide range of additional perks.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
It is the policy of Ecohouse/IGS Energy to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations and guidelines. Employment discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, and veteran status or other legally protected class under applicable law is prohibited.
