Journeyman Electrician - Morristown, NJ

About QE Solar

QE Solar is one of the nation's largest independent solar and BESS operations and maintenance providers, with over 15 years of operating experience. We manage 10 GW of solar and 7.5 GWh of BESS across 44 states, supporting asset owners with multi-hundred MW utility solar projects and large standalone BESS systems. We're pure-play O&M, meaning our entire organization is built around keeping solar and storage assets running well. Our technicians carry broad OEM certifications, and our in-house capabilities span MV/HV electrical, vegetation management, engineering, and capital improvements to streamline asset management for project owners.

About the role

As a Solar Electrician (Journeyman) you are responsible for providing hands-on technical expertise to multiple PV plant sites on a continual/on-demand basis to meet all project maintenance requirements, troubleshoot/repair/resolve equipment issues (including emergency repairs), and provide O&M support. You will be called upon for your specific electrical skills and technical expertise in one or multiple disciplines including PV array, inverter, medium voltage, battery storage (BESS), and other solar services. You will conduct regular maintenance, perform equipment repairs/installations, assist with training/qualifying technicians, and provide oversight and coordination of contractors/sub-contractors for field operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair system failures on existing solar sites; identify and correct potential issues that may impact site performance.
• Perform equipment assessments, diagnosis, and modifications; develop solutions to site operations issues and communicate with operations teams.
• Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment failures and perform regular preventative maintenance on a variety of solar/electrical equipment.
• Qualify equipment and systems for use or replacement, including warranty matters.
• Install, remove, maintain, and direct the maintenance of solar, BESS, and other related electrical equipment.
• Ensure a safe, event-free work environment through strict adherence to company and client protocols, safety procedures, and regulations.
• Provide leadership, oversight, and accountability to achieve desired safety results (e.g., lock-out/tag-out compliance, contractor and technical oversight, safety meeting attendance, recommending and authoring required changes in related policies or procedures and work practices).
• Prepare and review service tickets and reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications, and equipment improvement investigations.
• Provide reports and written and oral communication in a timely and complete fashion; communicate with customers, engineers, technicians, project managers, and client sub-contractors to ensure timely resolution to all required activities and maintenance requirements.

Education & Certification

• Required: MA Journeyman license

Experience

• Required: 1+ years of electrical experience with electrical license

Specialized or Technical Knowledge

• Licenses/Certifications Preferred:
  • Inverter and/or BESS manufacturers’ certifications
  • Thermography certifications (Level 1)
  • IT/networking skills: familiarity with RS485, Modbus, TCP/IP, etc.
  • NABCEP PV Installer Certification
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • Completion of NFPA 70E courses
  • CPR/First Aid
• Functional Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices
  • Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures
  • Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams as well as other construction/DAS/design drawings or permitting documentation
• Company/Industry Related Knowledge:
  • Electric and related utilities and utility maintenance
  • Solar energy installation, maintenance, and optimization

Physical and Mental Demands

• Work in indoor and outdoor environments, including solar sites, construction sites, and industrial facilities, in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing on uneven terrain
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds or more, with or without assistance
• Use of hands and fingers to operate tools, testing equipment, and technical devices with precision
• Ability to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights
• Ability to work in confined spaces and near energized equipment while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols
• Visual acuity to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documents, and to identify potential hazards
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, arc-flash protection, and other job-specific gear
• Effective verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members, supervisors, and other trades in active work environments

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Pay

The pay range for this role is $55 – $65 USD per hour (Morristown, NJ).