Multifamily Electrician Trainee

Who We Are

We’re on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.

Since 2007, Sunrun has grown into America’s #1 home solar and battery company. We got here by putting our people’s safety and growth first. That’s why we created the Power+ program: to invest in your skills. We train you to work across different teams—from qualifying homes for solar, to installing, to inspecting the final work, and servicing existing systems. This versatility helps limit reduced hours and enhances job security in an industry affected by seasons.

It also means you can solve customer problems in one visit, keeping you safely off the road and moving your career forward.

The Electrical Trainee is a working field position that acts as an assistant and an extra set of hands for the branch Foreman and/or Electricians. The Electrical Trainee’s main duties will be to provide assistance and technical electrical support to the Foreman and Electricians, and will also work as a team with the Lead and Installers to complete mechanical portions of residential solar installation projects.

• Assist in the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of our customer’s residential property
• Assist with solar battery installations when assigned
• Assist in the troubleshooting of system problems and help resolve electrical issues
• Assemble the racking and solar array when assigned
• Trenching, concrete work and equipment assembly
• Project clean up including client site and installation vehicle
• Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity
• Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards
• Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co-workers
• 100% travel is required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Electrical installation experience preferred
• Certified electrical trainee preferred depending on state requirements
• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards
• Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer
• Safety:
  Adheres to company safety policies and procedures including ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely
• Customer Service:
  Ability to establish rapport, build relationships and loyalty with external and internal customers and coworkers, and remains tactful when communicating
• Results Driven:
  Proven ability to meet deadlines and key metrics
• Works independently, as a team player, and drives results in a fast paced, team based environment
• Must be willing to assist teammates and build strong relationships to achieve company and department goals
• Problem Solving:
  Solid logical decision making and troubleshooting skills with the ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner
• Exercises good judgment
• Takes ownership of issues or questions and will elevate problems to the appropriate persons and follow up accordingly with the customer
• Knows when to involve supervisors
• Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces…