Solar Licensed Electrician

We’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle—from sale through installation and beyond—offering endless opportunities for growth. As America’s #1 home solar and battery company, we provide storage and solar solutions to help people access greater energy independence without big upfront costs.

About the Role

Help launch Sunrun’s brand-new St. Louis branch! As a key member of our launch team, you will spend your first few months gaining hands-on leadership experience alongside our established Chicago team before permanently running installation crews out of our new St. Louis branch when doors open in early 2027. Through our Power+ program, we invest heavily in your skills and career development, offering cross-training across solar, battery, and service operations to build long-term job security.

Travel & Perks Package

• Rotation Schedule: 2 weeks on-site in Chicago, followed by 4 full days off at home in St. Louis.
• Company Vehicle: Dedicated company vehicle provided for travel and work use.
• Paid Travel Time: Full hourly compensation for time spent traveling between St. Louis and Chicago.
• Lodging & Meal Allowance: 100% company-paid hotel accommodations plus daily per diem.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of electrical systems interconnecting residential solar arrays and battery storage systems to the power grid.
• Ensure all electrical work meets high standards of workmanship and complies strictly with current NEC, local codes, engineering plans, and safety standards.
• Safely plan, execute, and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU) and complex solar battery installations.
• Diagnose system issues, troubleshoot electrical problems, and carry out necessary repairs or upgrades to support solar equipment.
• Work directly with local inspectors to satisfy jurisdiction requirements and collaborate with homeowners and branch teams for smooth project completion.

Requirements

• Licensing: Valid Journeyman License, Electrician Certification, or equivalent per state/local requirements (e.g., Wireman License).
• Electrical Experience: Proven background in electrical installation, repair, and replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with wiring systems up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC; deep working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Driver Requirements: At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (ability to pass a driving background check).
• Safety & Customer Focus: Strong commitment to safety protocols and providing a positive experience for homeowners on-site.

Physical Demands

• Lifting & Transport: Ability to regularly transport materials and equipment up to 50 lbs (and up to 100 lbs with assistance).
• Working at Heights & Confined Spaces: Comfortable working on rooftops with various pitches/surfaces, walking on rafters/shingles without causing damage, and maneuvering in attics, basements, or crawl spaces (bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching).
• PPE & Safety Gear: Ability to work while wearing heavy protective equipment, including arc flash suits, gloves, face shields, and fall protection harnesses.
• Environmental Conditions: Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions (extreme heat/cold, wet environments) and low-light or full-sun settings.
• Vision & Motor Skills: Fine motor skills (manipulation, grasping, pinching) and normal color vision (ability to distinguish wiring colors such as red, black, yellow, white, and green).

Pay

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $31.94 to $42.59 per hour. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history.