Ecohouse Solar, based in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a talented and reliable Solar Electrician who enjoys working as part of a team with an interest in renewable energy. The position assists in the outdoor installation of residential and commercial PV systems, ranging from 5kW to 200kW. The Solar Electrician works closely with our field crews to install DC and AC wiring and to interconnect the systems to the utility grid.
No overnight travel – all work is in Central Ohio.
Job duties:
- Review electrical drawings and site-specific design to prepare for construction
- Install DC wiring, junction boxes, conduit, inverters, combiner boxes, disconnects, and AC wiring
- Interconnect systems by way of back feed breakers and line side taps
- Troubleshoot 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
- Ensure installations are of high quality and consistent with industry standards
Qualifications:
- Ability to lift in excess of 60 lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, including pitched roofs, as well as, confined spaces, such as attics and crawlspaces
- Safety conscious – must be comfortable enforcing safety rules with everyone, including supervisors, customers, and co-workers
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, blueprints and schematic drawings, and procedure manuals
- Must hold valid driver’s license with clean driving record and pass a criminal background check
- Solar training and/or electrical construction experience is a plus
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Robust benefits package
- Educational and certification reimbursement
- Opportunity for growth
- No overnight travel – all work is in Central Ohio
Salary Range:
$41,920.00 – $62,880.00
- 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.