Apprentice Electrician - Solar Industry

The Apprentice Electrician position is responsible for providing support to PV plant sites, troubleshoot/resolving equipment issues, emergency repairs, as well as providing O&M support. Other responsibilities include leading initiatives, coordinating and communicating with customers, and overall operational support. If you know and understand electrical theory and know AC/DC, NEC, LOTO and how to use a meter you're a fit.

This is a TEMPORARY position in this area. Once this job campaign is over this will turn into a traveling position.

Job site details:
Tentative start date: 5/27
Jobsite location: Vallejo, CA
Job duration: 6 weeks (travel positions available after project completion)
Pay rate: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 60 per week
Monday Friday with possible weekend work

Job Duties and Expectations
Execute design change requirements and equipment modifications
Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations
Installation, removal and maintenance of related electrical equipment
Develop plans, maintenance schedules and communicate them to workers
Qualifying of equipment and systems
Document work performed and report in a clear and concise manner
Monitor health and safety objectives to ensure they are met
Apply problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues at hand
Coordinate and oversee sub-contractors on an as-needed basis
Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment failures and perform annual maintenance on a variety of electrical equipment
Diagnosing and repair system failures at existing solar sites and identifying potential issues that may impact future performance
Support and develop real-time solutions to daily site operational issues
Ensure a safe, event free work environment by adhering to company protocols, safety procedures and regulations
Ensure compliance with all operational, environmental and other regulatory and policy compliance requirements.

Qualifications
Prior experience within the BESS, photovoltaic industry or equivalent job-related experience
Utility scale BESS work experience, inverter manufacturer certifications
NABCEP certification is preferred
2-4 years experience with verifiable electrical installation experience
Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices
Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures with minimum requirement of OSHA 10 certification
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
Prior experience with installation or maintenance of solar sites and/or utility distribution systems
Power Electronics experience is a HUGE +
Driver's License (Required)

If you think you would be a good fit for these positions, please submit an updated resume to the job posting.