Solar Electrician
- Durham, CT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustments or repair, and to assure compliance with state and local codes
- Carry out Service Upgrades needed for interconnection
- Meet with City and/or Town Inspectors to inspect the Solar installs
- Energize, test and commission the solar systems with and without the utility
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components using test equipment, hand tools and power tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
- Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
- Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring and equipment
- Provide supervision of electrical crews on code issues and proper installation procedures
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand or power tools
- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors
- Follow organizational Policies and Procedures including OSHA requirements. Complete OSHA training as required
- Oversee materials and equipment ordered to make sure that they are code compliant
- Attend and/or run organization safety & other training meetings as required
- Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through them
- Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair or substitute damaged units
- Proven experience as an electrician
- Must be journeyman/E1 or E2 electrician
- Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, voltmeter etc.) and electrical drawings and blueprints
- Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Excellent physical condition and flexibility to work long shifts and overnight
- Diploma in relevant vocational training or successfully completed apprenticeship as an electrician
- Valid license to practice profession
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)