Certified Electrician - $3,000 sign-on bonus

Overview

Take your electrical mastery to the hottest solar business in the nation! Sunrun is recruiting licensed, Certified Electricians from Arizona, Nevada, and across the region to relocate to the Chicago market. The Windy City is rapidly building out its clean energy grid, and your expertise in residential electrical upgrades, battery installations, and solar interconnections is needed right now. We offer comprehensive relocation support to help you settle in smoothly. Come build a long-term, high-impact career with the nation's premier residential solar installer.

Making the Move to Illinois:

Thinking about relocating? We've got you covered. Qualified candidates outside the Chicago area are eligible for competitive relocation support and sign-on incentives to help you transition smoothly. Apply today, and a recruiter will connect with you directly to discuss the full relocation package, incentives, and role details.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property
• Ensure work performed by all electricians is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes
• Complete solar battery installations as assigned
• Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues
• Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU)
• Work with branch team and home owners to fulfill any necessary system upgrades/repairs to support our solar equipment
• Work with local inspectors to satisfy local requirements and expectations
• Additional duties assigned as needed
• 5% travel required

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Electrical installation and repair experience required
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC
• Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels preferred
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license
• Valid driver's license required. This role drives a company vehicle daily between customer homes, carrying installation equipment. Sunrun will review your motor vehicle record after a conditional offer of employment. If offered the role, you will be expected to continue holding a valid driver's license and to continue meeting Sunrun's driver eligibility requirements for the duration of your employment.
• Safety and customer focus

Physical Demands

• Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces which requires kneeling and crouching
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
• Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
• Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment
• Ability to work while wearing heavy protective equipment such as arc flash suits, gloves, and face shields
• Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
• Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
• Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection

Eligibility for relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses is determined based on candidate location, qualifying target roles, and pilot program availability. Relocation disbursements are subject to a standard 12-month repayment (clawback) agreement if employment ends voluntarily or for cause within the first year, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Sign-on bonuses are distributed across two installments: 50% at 90 days and 50% at 180 days of employment.

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity:
$31.94 to $53.24

Recruiter:


Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here.