Journeyman Electrician - MN

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Snapshot

Summary:

Novel Energy Construction is looking to hire an experienced licensed Journeyman in Minnesota. This is a full-time onsite position, the pay range is $55-$60 per hour, and the timeframe is 4 days/10-hour shifts with the potential for extended hours and frequent weekend work.

Core Focus: The Journeyman electrician performs a variety of tasks and assists other craft workers in the construction, maintenance, and repair activities on solar PV systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the electrical work on the construction of DG solar PV systems or community solar garden systems
• Provide and lead all electrical work associated with solar PV installation
• Supervise and direct installers to complete all install processes and tasks
• Operate a variety of electrical testing equipment in locating and determining types of electrical malfunctions
• Inspect plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of installations
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
• Provide and maintain personal hand tools
• Use and maintain company-issued tools
• Work outdoors on solar installations year-round
• Climb ladders, work in attics, crawl spaces, on sloped roofs, and similar locations
• Perform panel upgrades and other electrical work when required
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and provided safety training
• Lift and carry tools, materials, and parts (up to 50lbs)
• Provide on-the-job training to apprentice electricians
• Verify all OSHA and NES safety policies and equipment are used correctly
• Arrive punctually to work and diligently perform the duties and tasks assigned
• Be available for occasional overtime or emergency response
• Ensure quality of workmanship meets or exceeds minimum industry standards

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently be on-site at the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions year-round.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, communicate effectively, and actively listen.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers is necessary for handling, feeling, and operating tools or equipment.
• Occasional physical activities include reaching with arms and hands, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position and will require longer hours and frequent weekend work.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Travel: Significant out-of-area and overnight travel in the state of Minnesota is expected.

Required

Education And Experience:

• Licensed Journeyman (can be with reciprocity) in the state of Minnesota
• Electrical experience: 2 years (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Advanced knowledge of safety construction, commissioning, and testing electrical systems
• Combination of electrical training and solar PV construction field experience
• Ability to manage, train, and supervise others
• High school diploma
• Demonstrated critical thinking, organization and planning, prioritization, and follow up skills
• Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency with Procore, or other construction management software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
• Driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred

Education And Experience:

• NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification
• OSHA 30 certification
• Fall protection training
• Forklift operator experience
• Mobile Elevated Work Platform
• First aid certified
• Competent in customer service and email correspondence

Novel Energy Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Salary

Description:

$55.00 - $62.00 per hour