Solar Electrician

Overview

At Freedom Forever, our mission is simple: deliver high-quality residential solar that homeowners can trust. We’re looking for talented individuals who value craftsmanship, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. If you’re motivated by quality results and making a difference in the renewable energy space, this is your opportunity to join a team that shares your values.

• Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU), GMA’s, Battery backup installs, and other major electrical work
• Ensure that the work is performed in a neat and workmanlike manner and compliant with all State and local codes and standards
• Assemble all components of a residential solar system
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system components to resolve electrical issues
• Interface with branch leadership to ensure compliance with electrician/labor ratios and continuing education requirements
• Follow OSHA, NEC, AHJ and Utility requirements
• Work with crew and complete all portions of Photovoltaic systems installs (PV)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical components and system issues
• Follow all safe work practices
• Provide top-notch customer service throughout the installation
• Upload photos and update job status in the company database when work is complete
• Strong knowledge and experience of conduit bending (EMT) ability to produce quality day after day
• Perform service maintenance and repairs as needed
• Perform other related duties, as assigned
• Document work by taking pictures and completing work orders

Education &

Certifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Depending on the region, may be required to hold a Journeyman License or higher

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of electrical installation and repair experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels
• Must be experienced with all required hand and power tools associated with the electrical trade
• Ability to drive a vehicle during the normal course of business
• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check
• Working knowledge of current NEC codes
• Ability to effectively manage work to achieve required timelines
• Strong interpersonal/human relations skills
• Ability to read and interpret single- and three-line drawings
• Ability to work safely in a branch/warehouse
• Ability to interact with co-workers and participate in meetings

• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Stand for long periods of time
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
• Repeat the same movements
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Determine the distance between objects
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• Understand the speech of another person
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
• While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side
• Lift 50+ pounds

Travel is required for business purposes, not including commute to and from work. If travel is required, a valid Driver’s License/Insurance and the ability to drive a personal vehicle to different sites are required. Up to 100% travel may be needed.

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on legally-recognized bases including veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following:
Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Insurance
• 401K Medical Reimbursement Accounts (HSA & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• $50k Life Insurance covered 100% by Freedom Forever
• Paid Time-Off

Job based in Illinois not seeking remote employees.