Certified Electrician - $3,000 sign-on bonus

Sunrun • Phoenix, IL

4d • $32 - $53

About The Position

Sunrun is recruiting licensed Certified Electricians from Arizona, Nevada, and across the region to relocate to the Chicago market. The role supports the buildout of the clean energy grid through residential electrical upgrades, battery installations, and solar interconnections. Qualified candidates outside the Chicago area may be eligible for relocation support and sign-on incentives, subject to candidate location, qualifying target roles, and program availability. Relocation disbursements are subject to a standard 12-month repayment agreement if employment ends voluntarily or for cause within the first year, where permitted by law. The sign-on bonus is paid in two installments: 50% after 90 days and 50% after 180 days of employment.

The electrician leads installation of electrical systems connecting residential solar arrays to the grid, ensures work meets workmanship standards and applicable codes, completes battery installations and main panel upgrades, and troubleshoots electrical issues. The role works with branch teams, homeowners, and local inspectors to complete system upgrades and meet local requirements. It requires daily driving between customer homes in a company vehicle and 5% travel. The work includes outdoor and rooftop tasks, work in confined spaces, lifting and carrying materials, and use of safety equipment.

The stated starting wage range is $31.94 to $53.24. Sunrun notes that compensation depends on the market in which the successful candidate is located and directs candidates to speak with a recruiter for more information.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Electrical installation and repair experience required.
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent under applicable local and state requirements, such as a wireman license.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and continue meeting Sunrun’s driver eligibility requirements during employment.
• Safety and customer focus.
• Ability to transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balancing on rooftops and other surfaces.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, including attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in conditions including excessive noise, extreme heat or cold, wet environments, and humidity.
• Ability to frequently perform fine motor tasks, including fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to work safely with ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work wearing heavy protective equipment such as arc flash suits, gloves, and face shields.
• Ability to work at heights and maintain balance on roofs and other elevated areas.
• Ability to work in sunlight and possibly low-light conditions.
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damaging them.
• Ability to distinguish red, black, yellow, white, and green.
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings.
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of electrical systems that interconnect residential solar arrays to the grid.
• Ensure work performed by electricians meets workmanship standards and current NEC and local code requirements.
• Complete solar battery installations as assigned.
• Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues.
• Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU).
• Work with the branch team and homeowners on system upgrades and repairs needed to support solar equipment.
• Work with local inspectors to satisfy local requirements and expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Drive a company vehicle daily between customer homes while carrying installation equipment.
• Travel 5%.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility and program availability, paid in two installments: 50% at 90 days and 50% at 180 days of employment.
• Relocation support and incentives may be available to eligible candidates outside the Chicago area, subject to candidate location, qualifying target roles, and program availability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed