Solar Apprentice Electrician Installer

Freedom Solar Power • Apprenticeship • San Antonio, Texas, United States • $40k - $70k / year • 3d ago

Freedom Solar Power is looking for Solar Installers to join our team! In this role, you will be a part of a crew that is responsible for installing 1kW - 30kW solar systems on residential homes. The ideal installer is hard-working, motivated by meeting goals, and great at working with their hands. This is a great position for someone who has prior construction and/or roofing experience, takes pride in their work, thrives working in a team environment, and enjoys being challenged.

Job Duties:

- Attending safety meetings daily, before any work is performed on-site.
- Installing racking system per manufacturer's specifications and Freedom Solar Power's plans per different residential roof types.
- Installing DC and AC equipment per plans and local codes.
- Commissioning PV systems safely.
- Testing system components while the system is operational.
- Assisting with other duties as assigned by Crew Lead and/or Regional Operations Manager

Qualifications:

- A valid Driver's License and clean MVR are required to drive company vehicles.
- Apprentice Electrical License, preferred
- Valid OSHA 10; (OSHA 30 preferred)
- Residential solar installation experience, required
- Electrical experience, strongly recommended

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Knowledge of local electrical codes
- Knowledge of residential PV design and components
- Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
- Ability to make field changes and communicate problems with the Project Manager
- Ability to test voltages from 10V - 1000VDC / 120V - 480VAC
- Ability to receive and distribute instructions
- Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to withstand heights, be on roofs, and climb ladders
- Ability to lift 50-75+ lbs routinely
- Ability to bend, stretch, squat, and lift
- Ability to work in 30-100+ degree weather, as well as in wet and dry conditions
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