Electrician

Turnkey Solar Solutions • Jackson, MI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Harvest Solar, a Michigan-based company, is seeking Traveling Electricians to provide cost-effective renewable energy solutions for agricultural, commercial, and utility customers. As a turnkey operation with in-house design, engineering, installation, and manufacturing, Harvest Solar is dedicated to expanding energy independence and achieving a sustainable future. This role involves installing residential and commercial grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) systems and batteries, reporting to the Director of Construction, and collaborating with the Master Electrician and crew. The position also includes supporting the apprentice program through hands-on coaching, with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, education, and adherence to plans and NEC specifications.

Requirements

• Michigan electrician license (Journeyman or Master)
• Two to three years’ experience with electrical systems
• 1 to three years of solar installation experience
• Valid State Driver’s License
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), local & utility jurisdiction requirements.
• Experience complying with OHSA safety requirements and regulations.
• MIOSHA Certification, i.e., OSHA 30, etc., required

Nice To Haves

• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certification
• General Construction knowledge
• Ability/desire to obtain CDL certification

Responsibilities

• Connect solar panels, inverters, and other high-voltage equipment to a building’s power supply.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain PV related electrical wiring, breakers, and equipment.
• Test PV electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, and equipment based on job specifications and local codes.
• Install underground cabling, single and multiple conduit runs in an effective and efficient manner.
• Inspect, evaluate, test, and maintain solar systems, mounting hardware, combiner fuse boxes, inverters, switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, revenue meters, and other AC and DC equipment.
• Inspect preexisting electrical systems in homes and businesses for code violations and safety to work with the PV system.
• Understand and utilize blueprints and technical diagrams to complete projects.
• Maintain, load, and secure trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Report safety incidents to your supervisor/crew leader and complete required accident reports.
• Work in a collaborative manner with other installers and electricians to ensure the quality of our product.
• Identify potential hazards before working with energized equipment and practice safety standards to reduce or eliminate the hazard.
• Communicate with customers in a professional, considerate, and respectful manner, answering questions and concerns to the best of your ability.
• Properly represent Harvest Solar through your professional dress, conduct and behavior on the site or with customers.
• Maintain a high level of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on safety.
• Meet with the authority of jurisdiction to provide explanations to their questions in a professional manner.
• Maintain license through company provided education.
• Document work completed and materials used.
• Review system and interconnection design for adherence to electrical code (NEC) and industry best practice.
• Work with crew members to complete electrical projects within established codes, policies, and procedures.
• Follow Harvest Solar best practices for PV installations and work with associates to develop and promote.
• Repair or replace PV-related wiring and equipment.
• Inspect, evaluate, and test batteries, data acquisition systems, relays, programmable logic controllers, and weather stations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Support “electrical apprentice” program including training associates, participation on the apprentice committee and completing apprentice related documentation.
• Evaluate new hires and apprentices for competency.

Benefits

• Nine Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (80% covered by Harvest Solar)
• Dental Insurance (80% covered by Harvest Solar)
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance ($50,000.00)
• Group Short Term Disability (60% of base rate with $1,000.00 weekly maximum)
• Allstate Supplemental Programs (Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity available at Associate’s expense)
• 401k with company match
• Hotel and transportation costs covered for travel
• $65.00 per day food per diem for overnight stays

What This Job Offers

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