Electrician Trainee

Sunrun•Irvine, CA

1d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we’re designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. We’re unlike any other residential energy company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with. Who We Are We’re on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. 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. About Sunrun 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. Overview The Electrical Trainee is a working field position that duels as an assistant and extra set of hands for the branch Foreman and/or Electricians. The Electrical Trainee’s main duties will be to provide assistance and technical electrical support to the Foreman and Electricians, and will also work as a team with the Lead and Installers to complete mechanical portions of residential solar installation projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of electrical installation and repair experience
Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards
Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer
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
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.
Possess strong mechanical/construction skills
Have excellent verbal communication and documentation skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Maintain a valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Assist in the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of our customer’s residential property
Assist in the troubleshooting of system problems and help resolve electrical issues
Assemble the racking and solar array when assigned
Trenching, concrete work and equipment assembly
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