Non Certified Electrician - $3,000 sign-on bonus

Sunrun • Las Vegas, NV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunrun is hiring Non-Certified Electricians to work in Chicago, Illinois, with relocation assistance and sign-on incentives potentially available to qualified candidates relocating from outside the Chicago area. The position offers hands-on experience with battery storage and main panel upgrades, opportunities to gain qualifying hours, and a path toward full electrical certification. The role supports residential solar and battery installations and requires daily driving between customer homes in a company vehicle. Five percent travel is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess 75% of the hours required to sit for state-specific electrical certification exams.
• Electrical installation and repair experience.
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and continued compliance with Sunrun driver eligibility requirements; the role involves driving a company vehicle daily between customer homes while carrying installation equipment.
• Working knowledge of current NEC codes.
• Ability to interpret single-line drawings and PV systems from roof to meter.
• Knowledge of electrical principles relating to solar interconnection and tie-in, applicable codes, PV system operation, interconnection activities, and basic construction principles.
• Ability to follow company safety policies, identify and report hazards, and encourage safe work practices.
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with customers and coworkers and communicate tactfully.
• Ability to meet deadlines and key metrics, work independently and as part of a team, assist teammates, and drive results in a fast-paced team environment.
• Logical decision-making and troubleshooting skills, sound judgment, timely problem solving, ownership of issues, appropriate escalation, and customer follow-up.
• Ability to transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balancing while working on rooftops and varied surfaces.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, including attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in conditions including excessive noise, extreme heat or cold, wet environments, and humidity.
• Ability to use fine motor skills for tasks including fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to work safely within equipment limits, including ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work while wearing heavy protective equipment, including arc flash suits, gloves, and face shields.
• Ability to maintain balance on roofs and other elevated areas, work in sun and possibly low-light conditions, and walk on rafters, roof tiles, and shingles without damaging them.
• Ability to distinguish colors including red, black, yellow, white, and green; hear verbal commands and warnings; and work with chemicals using appropriate protection.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels.
• Certified electrical trainee, preferred or required depending on state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of electrical systems that interconnect residential solar arrays with customers’ grid power.
• Ensure work is completed with good workmanship and complies with current NEC and local codes.
• Plan and complete solar battery installations and main panel upgrades as assigned, subject to state electrical certification requirements.
• Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues.
• Work with branch teams and homeowners on system upgrades or repairs needed to support solar equipment.
• Work with local inspectors to meet local requirements and expectations as assigned.
• Apply knowledge of OSHA standards for photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive relocation assistance may be available to qualified candidates relocating from outside the Chicago area.
• Sign-on incentives may be available to qualified candidates; the job title advertises a $3,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility and program availability. Bonuses are paid in two installments: 50% at 90 days and 50% at 180 days of employment.
• Relocation disbursements are subject to a standard 12-month repayment agreement if employment ends voluntarily or for cause within the first year, to the extent permitted by law.

What This Job Offers

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