Home Upgrades Electrical Trainee

Sunrun•Los Angeles, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Apprentice is a working field position that doubles as an assistant and extra set of hands for the branch Foreman and/or Electricians. The Electrical Apprentice provides assistance and technical electrical support to the Foreman and Electricians, and also works as a team with the Lead and Installers to complete mechanical portions of residential solar installation projects. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses. Since 2007, Sunrun has grown into America's #1 home solar and battery company. We got here by putting our people’s safety and growth first. That’s why we created the Power+ program: to invest in your skills. We train you to work across different teams—from qualifying homes for solar, to installing, to inspecting the final work, and servicing existing systems. This versatility helps limit reduced hours and enhances job security in an industry affected by seasons. It also means you can solve customer problems in one visit, keeping you safely off the road and moving your career forward.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of electrical installation and repair experience
Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check.
Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards
Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer
Willingness and ability to participate in the Power+ programs, which means you may be cross trained to perform comparable work in other departments or asked to perform work in other departments you're already skilled to support.
Professional appearance and customer interaction
Have a strong work ethic, high level of craftsmanship/workmanship with strong attention to detail
Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Possess strong mechanical/construction skills
Have excellent verbal communication and documentation skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Responsibilities

Assist in the installation of electrical systems and EV Chargers
Assist in the troubleshooting of system problems and help resolve electrical issues
Equipment assembly and installation
Project clean up including client site and installation vehicle
Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity
Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards
Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co-workers