Electrical and Inspection Technician

Photon Brothers•San Luis Obispo, CA

54d•$30 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be based out of our San Luis Obispo, CA location. We are looking for an Electrical and Inspection Technician to join our team! This role is responsible for scheduling, performing, and recording all required inspections for installed projects, per each jurisdiction, while also handling electrical work and minor field corrections related to solar and Tesla Powerwall installations. These inspections lead to successful sign off and milestone completion, allowing an installation to become operational.

Requirements

High school diploma required, college degree preferred
Electrical experience required
3-5 years of relevant PV experience, or general electrical apprenticeship
ET Card required
Must be comfortable working inside electrical panels and related equipment, including landing conductors, replacing breakers, making basic wiring corrections, and safely performing minor electrical adjustments as needed
Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions, lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stretch, reach overhead, and occasionally take pictures on a roof
Minimum of 1-3 years of previous field construction experience preferred
PV design or PV electrical experience preferred
PV installation experience preferred
Knowledge of local jurisdictional and/or national code requirements preferred
Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check; must possess a valid driver's license and have a minimum of 9 years driving experience
Must be a motivated team player looking to succeed
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to interact with customers in a courteous and professional manner
Strong computer and office administration skills

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred
Minimum of 1-3 years of previous field construction experience preferred
PV design or PV electrical experience preferred
PV installation experience preferred
Knowledge of local jurisdictional and/or national code requirements preferred

Responsibilities

Perform jurisdictional solar, electrical, or building inspections as scheduled
Assess job readiness for final inspection and schedule inspections with local building inspector
Prepare the job site for inspection, including but not limited to ladder set up, opening electrical equipment, and executing outstanding punch list items
Identify minor installation deficiencies prior to inspection and complete corrective work when possible
Complete minor field corrections identified before or during inspection, including breaker changes, tightening fittings, installing knockout seals, dead front spacers, and similar items
Perform general electrical work, including wiring, circuit breakers, grounding, and panel upgrades to accommodate the installation of Powerwall and other energy storage solutions
Work with customers to ensure seamless system integration of Powerwall with solar panel systems, grid connections, and backup power configurations
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Solar and Tesla Powerwall installations
Install wireless heat detection and monitoring equipment at designated project locations as required
Communicate all relevant information concerning next steps and timelines to the customer, jurisdiction, and leadership
Coordinate jurisdictional inspections with customers and jurisdictions
Apply technical abilities including, but not limited to, reading blueprints or plans, using tools and equipment, testing wiring or circuitry, and NEC code and basic electrical theory knowledge
Maintain an organized and efficient calendar, highlighting existing appointments as well as availability for additional inspections
Create a positive and lasting customer experience, discussing project timelines post inspection signoff, and documenting and communicating concerns internally
Use software systems to record, maintain, and update project specific milestones and tasks
Maintain scheduling density for all Inspection Techs
Handle escalated code issues associated with inspections
Delegate inspection resources to meet cycle time goals
Complete other responsibilities as needed