Role: Journeyman Electrician Company Overview: Earthlight Technologies is a family owned and operated business based in Ellington, CT. We specialize in solutions for residential solar, commercial solar, EV charging Stations, and commercial energy efficiency. Our mission is to make the process easy and seamless. Position Overview: We are looking for an Equity Eligible Person in the state of IL with a City of Urbana, IL Journeyman license or Electrical Contractor license, to work on a commercial solar contract job in Urbana, IL. This job is expected to be full time, last 4-6 weeks, and start around October 2024. Illinois Power Agency Act (20 ILCS 3855/1-10) defines Equity Eligible Persons as, persons who would most benefit from equitable investments by the State designed to combat discrimination, specifically: (1) persons who graduate from or are current or former participants in the Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program, the Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program, the Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Program, Returning Residents Clean Jobs Training Program, or the Clean Energy Primes Contractor Accelerator Program, and the solar training pipeline and multi-cultural jobs program created in paragraphs (a)(1) and (a)(3) of Section 16-108.21 of the Public Utilities Act; (2) persons who are graduates of or currently enrolled in the foster care system; (3) persons who were formerly incarcerated; (4) persons whose primary residence is in an equity investment eligible community. We welcome applicants who fit the above job description and who are either already registered as an equity eligible person, or those we are not registered, as we can assist in the registration process. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: The Journeyman electrician performs various tasks and assists other craft workers in the construction, maintenance, and repair of solar PV systems. – Responsible for the electrical work on the construction of DG solar PV systems – Perform electrical work associated with solar PV installation – Operate a variety of electrical testing equipment in locating and determining types of electrical malfunctions – Inspect plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of installations – Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools – Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem – Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components – Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes – Provide and maintain personal hand tools – Work outdoors on solar installations year-round – Climb ladders, work in attics, crawl spaces, on sloped roofs, and similar locations – Follow OSHA safety regulations and provided safety training – Lift and carry tools, materials, and parts (up to 50lbs) – Provide on-the-job training to apprentice electricians – Verify all OSHA and safety policies and equipment are used correctly – Arrive punctually to work and diligently perform the duties and tasks assigned – Ensure quality of workmanship meets or exceeds minimum industry standard Required Qualifications: – City of Urbana, IL Journeyman license or Electrical Contractor license – Registered, or able to register, as an Equity Eligible Person – Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task. – Quality minded, ensuring that safety and productivity standards are met. – Ability to use common hand tools. – Valid Drivers License with clean driving record. – Solar experience helpful but not required. Salary: Urbana, IL prevailing wage hourly rate
Earthlight Technologies is a family owned and operated renewable energy Solar company with headquarters in Ellington, CT and a branch in Silverton, OR. We service all of CT, MA, and OR. Our mission revolves around delivering top-quality turn-key projects with safety and responsibility at the forefront. As a family-owned enterprise, our strength lies in our dedicated team and satisfied clients.