Journeyman Electrician – Service

Job Description

Interested applicants please apply directly using the following link:

https://nativesolar.com/careers/.

Solar service O&M Electricians travel from site to site performing remote troubleshooting, onsite troubleshooting, component replacement, and repair services across our great state of Texas. A service electrician can also expect to spend time in the office reviewing monitoring sites, and reporting of daily site accomplishments.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Shows the ability to diagnose issues through non-technical and technical descriptions that are provided by customers and colleagues.
• Knowledge of hand-held power tool operation and safety.
• Highly effective organization skills
• Proficient with using computer/ mobile applications to document field/ office progress
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Shows excellent customer service and communication skills and maintains a professional appearance.
• Willingness to adapt and overcome obstacles and able to perform comfortably with new hardware and do semi complex problem solving.
• Is able to handle multiple tasks within a single day, comfortable with daily schedules that are full and communicates immediately to the supervisor when jobs take unexpected turns.
• Ability to recognize additional sales opportunities and effectively communicate the wishes of the customer to the staff coordinating the estimate process.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs of weight frequently throughout the day
• Must be willing to climb ladders, stairs and work on rooftops
• Comfortable working with a schedule that can change quickly
• 2-3 years of roof work, general construction, plumbing, or electrical strongly preferred
• Prior solar industry experience is a plus
• Ability to travel out of town when needed to complete jobs – limited to the state of Texas
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen
• Must be able to pass pre employment driving record check

Equipment and Tools:

• The company provides ladders and safety equipment. You are responsible for having the basic tools that a solar electrician may need.
• Consumables (electric tape, bits, zip ties, etc.) are provided.
• Specialized equipment is provided. (pipe bender, fish tape, etc.)
• You will need basic hand and power tools to include but not limited to: impact driver, drill, 11 & 1 screwdriver, wire strippers, linemans pliers, pipe wrench, needle nose pliers, measuring tape, 3mm flathead screwdriver.
• Company vehicles provided
• Use of a personal vehicle to get to and from job sites when company vehicles are not available.
• Smart phone (will need to install apps for solar related troubleshoots and team communication).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses monitoring sites to identify, communicate, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair issues with existing solar PV systems.
• Create or interpret the solar panel installation plans to assist in system diagnosis.
• Provides on-site commissioning and installation of various forms of equipment.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair solar PV (AC & DC) system components.
• Use of landscaping tools when required to install, repair, or replace PV components.
• Perform repairs on faulty equipment as soon as possible.
• Assess the job site, identify and resolve any potential hazards.
• Travels to, Troubleshoots, tests and repairs equipment at the customers site.
• Maintain detailed records and documents on companys CRM platform.
• Confirms that the solar system functions normally and provides contract or warranty repair or replacement on-site when necessary.
• Weatherproof the solar installation in accordance with local safety regulations and the specifications of the manufacturer.
• Effectively communicates with both customer and colleagues of repairs completed or next steps toward completion before leaving the customers premises.
• Coordinate with all other teams in the organization.
• Suggest new solutions that will improve the overall performance and efficiency of the service department.
• Advises customers on shut-down, start-up, operation and maintenance of various pieces of equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned to him or her by the service manager.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid PTO/sick leave
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid Travel Time
• Cell Phone Stipend

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift

License and Education:

• High School diploma or GED (Required)
• Driver’s License (Required)
• Journeyman Electrician (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 45 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

License/Certification:

• Texas Journeyman Electrician License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person