Commercial Licensed Journeyman Electrician
About the role
Freedom Power is leading the charge in the rapidly expanding world of home electrification. We’ve unified the expertise of Freedom Solar and Freedom HVAC to become a complete whole-house energy provider, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join our unstoppable team. This is more than a job; it’s a mission to achieve Energy Empowerment for our customers.
We take great pride in living by these 6 core values: Pride in Quality Craftsmanship, Go Above and Beyond, Put People First, Have a Humble Heart, Give a Damn, Shoot Straight.
Responsibilities
The Commercial Electrical Lead will have a Journeyman License, commercial experience, and will successfully manage the execution of commercial solar installation projects. You will lead, train, and support a team of installers including overseeing work performance, and provide project status updates to the Director of Construction and/or Commercial Operations Manager.
- Provides leadership for those reporting to you by clearly communicating the mission, goals, and values of Freedom Solar Power.
- Plans, coordinates and organizes people, equipment, tools, and materials to promote the safe, efficient, and timely construction of the project.
- Ensures that construction equipment is correctly operated and maintained.
- Maintains accurate reporting records including job quantities, productivity rates, timesheets, photos, and daily management reports.
- May assist in developing a weekly schedule and in carrying out a sequence of activities for assigned crew.
- Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality workmanship/product.
- Responsible for the safety of those on the crew and will conduct all operations according to all applicable company and government safety regulations.
- Develops and conducts toolbox meetings; communicates safety concerns, work scope, plans, and schedules to lead and crews.
- Ensures that crew members clock in and out daily to log work hours. Approve timecards weekly.
- Monitors compliance by all employees under his/her supervision with all FSP policies.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of local electrical codes
- Knowledge of commercial PV design and components
- Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
- Ability to make field changes and communicate with Project Manager and Construction Manager
- Ability to test voltages from 10V – 1000VDC / 120V – 480VAC
- Ability to manage up to 20 installers on one project
- Ability to receive and distribute instructions
- Ability to communicate problems to Project Manager
- Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely
- Ability to operate heavy equipment: skid-steer, forklift, reach boom, scissor lift, articulating boom lift, and skytrack.
- Ability to fly a DJI Phantom drone safely
Qualifications
3+ years of commercial construction experience required. Active Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License Required. Ability to travel 70% of the time and work varying shifts as needed to include weekends and overtime. Valid Driver’s License Required. Must be computer/technical savvy. OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred. NFPA 70E Certified, NABCEP Certification, Experience with solar projects, Mechanical experience and/or aptitude
Physical And Environmental Requirements
Ability to withstand heights, be on roofs, and climb ladders. Ability to lift 50-75+ lbs routinely. Ability to bend, stretch, squat, and lift. Ability to work in 30-100+ degree weather, as well as in wet and dry conditions.
Benefits
Freedom Power recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
- 401(k) Employer Matching
- Weekly Pay Dates
- 3 Weeks PTO + 3 Sick Days
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 1 Floating Holiday
- Upward mobility Opportunities!