Journeyman Electrician, Foreperson (Talent Pool, Future)

Sunrun • Kahului, HI

3d • $47 - $62

About The Position

The Electrical Foreperson provides leadership and technical expertise for a solar installation crew. This working field position leads a team of 3 to 6 members on residential and small commercial projects and is responsible for the safety, quality, customer service, and productivity of assigned installations. This is an evergreen posting intended to build candidate interest before the role receives budget approval.

Sunrun describes itself as the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and says its Power+ program trains employees across teams, including home qualification, installation, inspection, and service. The role may also perform service calls when needed and requires 5% travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Journeyman License, Electrician Certification, or equivalent under applicable local and state requirements, such as a wireman license.
• Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards, and carry and maintain an up-to-date NEC code book.
• Ability to perform all installation duties of an Installer and Lead Installer.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications, maintained for continued employment; class costs are reimbursable by the company.
• Physically capable of performing the work duties.
• Professional appearance and customer interaction.
• Strong work ethic, craftsmanship and workmanship, and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong mechanical and construction skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good people skills and ability to manage, motivate, and discipline when necessary.
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to transport materials and equipment, including up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work on rooftops and in confined spaces, perform frequent physical movements, and maintain balance at heights.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather, noise, heat, cold, wet conditions, and humidity, and in sun or low-light conditions.
• Ability to use hand functions requiring fine motor skills, including manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to work safely with ladders, fall-protection harnesses, personal protective equipment, and heavy protective equipment such as arc-flash suits, gloves, and face shields.
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damaging them.
• Ability to distinguish red, black, yellow, white, and green, and hear verbal commands and warnings.
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection.
• Ability to travel 5%.

Responsibilities

• Install residential solar projects successfully.
• Organize, lead, and train crew members to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframes.
• Emphasize safety, quality, customer service, and productivity throughout project work.
• Manage construction workflow to drive productivity.
• Ensure adequate materials and equipment are available to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Maintain project documentation and required photos.
• Know relevant OSHA standards for photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards.
• Check installer progress every hour during installations.
• Follow Construction Job Flow Procedures.
• Develop positive working relationships within the installation crew and with branch co-workers.
• Analyze and resolve worker problems and recommend solutions.
• Maintain appropriate communication with customers throughout construction.
• Perform weekly vehicle inspections, including checking tire pressure, oil level, and working lights.
• Obtain customer payments and deliver them to management as required.
• Ensure accuracy of personal and crew timesheets.
• Provide constructability feedback to management.
• Maintain excellent communication.
• Perform service calls when necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The company reimburses CPR and First Aid certification class costs.
• Sunrun's Power+ program provides training across teams to develop employees' skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED