
Electrician
20 hours ago
Traveling Electrician - Michigan
Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers, yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. With in-house design, engineering, installation, and manufacturing, Harvest Solar is a pivotal turnkey operation that believes in expanding energy independence today to achieve a sustainable future for tomorrow.
Wages
We are seeking Electricians for our headquarter office in Jackson, MI. The successful candidate will have a Michigan electrician license. The hourly rate is $42.03 to 48.18, based on skill level achievement. If you hold a Master license, you are eligible for an hourly rate of 44.08 to 50.23 based on skill achievement.
Overtime is paid at 1.5% of the hourly rate for every hour after 8. The average work schedule ranges between 45- and 55-hours Monday through Friday.
Purpose of Position
This position is a multi-faceted Electrician for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. The Licensed Electrician must be a mechanically minded individual to work in the field installing residential and commercial grid-tied PV systems and batteries. The Licensed Electrician will report to the Director of Construction and work side by side with the Master Electrician and other crew members to install all photovoltaic system components, while completing the installation of a fully functional PV system.
Major Responsibilities of Position
This position is a multi-skill level position to allow for development in the position. Electricians will be evaluated and compensated based on their ability to accomplish each skill in the levels below.
Skill Level 1
- Connect solar panels, inverters, and other high-voltage equipment to a building’s power supply.
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain PV related electrical wiring, breakers, and equipment.
- Test PV electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, and equipment based on job specifications and local codes.
- Install underground cabling, single and multiple conduit runs in an effective and efficient manner.
- Inspect, evaluate, test, and maintain solar systems, mounting hardware, combiner fuse boxes, inverters, switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, revenue meters, and other AC and DC equipment.
- Inspect preexisting electrical systems in homes and businesses for code violations and safety to work with the PV system.
- Understand and utilize blueprints and technical diagrams to complete projects.
- Maintain, load, and secure trucks, trailers, and equipment.
- Report safety incidents to your supervisor/crew leader and complete required accident reports.
- Work in a collaborative manner with other installers and electricians to ensure the quality of our product.
- Identify potential hazards before working with energized equipment and practice safety standards to reduce or eliminate the hazard.
- Communicate with customers in a professional, considerate, and respectful manner, answering questions and concerns to the best of your ability.
- Properly represent Harvest Solar through your professional dress, conduct and behavior on the site or with customers.
- Maintain a high level of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on safety.
- Meet with the authority of jurisdiction to provide explanations to their questions in a professional manner.
- Maintain license through company provided education.
- Document work completed and materials used.
Skill Level 2
- Is able to perform Level 1 tasks and must be able to pass practical testing on conduit bending, wiring a transformer, inverter wiring and written testing on lineside/load side tap, and equipment spacing.
- Review system and interconnection design for adherence to electrical code (NEC) and industry best practice.
- Work with crew members to complete electrical projects within established codes, policies, and procedures.
- Follow Harvest Solar best practices for PV installations and work with associates to develop and promote.
Skill Level 3
- Is able to perform Level 1 and 2 tasks and must be able to pass written testing on a complicated lineside/loadside tap, oneline values, and DC wiring.
- Repair or replace PV-related wiring and equipment.
- Inspect, evaluate, and test batteries, data acquisition systems, relays, programmable logic controllers, and weather stations.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
Skill Level 4
- Has completed 12 months of employment with successful completion of Level 1-3 tasks above and has an average Skill Matrix rating of 3.
- Support “electrical apprentice” program including training associates, participation on the apprentice committee and completing apprentice related documentation.
- Evaluate new hires and apprentices for competency.
- Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Educational and Certification Background
- In the State of Michigan, an Electrician License either Journeyman or Master, required.
- North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certification, preferred.
- General Construction knowledge, preferred
- Two to three years’ experience with electrical systems; 1 to three years of solar installation experience, preferred
- Valid State Driver’s License. Ability/desire to obtain CDL certification, preferred
Personal Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes)
- Ability to manage daily priorities and task accomplishment.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally.
- Ability to work extended hours; up to 12 hours, Monday through Friday.
- Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), local & utility jurisdiction requirements.
- Experience complying with OHSA safety requirements and regulations.
- Professional appearance and excellent customer service.
- Demonstrates flexibility and patience, adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions.
- Hard working attitude.
- Great attention to detail.
- Extremely reliable
- Maintains excellent attendance.
- Ability to stand, walk and navigate construction job site terrain.
- Must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; ability to work in various positions & environments, including but not limited to stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift, pull and push materials and equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Ability to climb to heights and conduct work with proper safety restraints.
- Visual requirements include the ability to visually inspect work performed.
- Must have the ability to tolerate the above requirements for a minimum of 8 hours daily.
- Commercial Constructions Setting – Up to 95-100% - Job site terrain and outdoor work installing solar systems working 10- and 12-hour days during installation with exposure to construction site hazards. Extreme temperatures during the summer and winter months can be expected.
- Travel Required – 90 to 100% - Electricians travel to our job sites and working with our installation staff, install solar systems for our customers. Job site locations vary, therefore overnight travel is required. Harvest values our associates work life balance scheduling overnight travel Monday through Friday. Hotel and transportations costs are covered. Additionally, a $65.00 per day (taxable) food per diem is paid for overnight stays.
- Shop Environment 0 to 10% of the time: Position supports construction and shop activities therefore, exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noises, hot/humid and cold conditions.
- Nine paid holidays per year including: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve.
- 80 Hours Vacation time annually
- 40 Hours Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 40 Hours of Unpaid Time Off annually.
Benefits
- Health Insurance. The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar.
- Dental Insurance: The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar.
- Vision Insurance: The group rate premiums are an associate cost.
- Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance.
- Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your base rate with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum is available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period.
- Allstate Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at Associate’s expense.
- 401k: You will be auto-enrolled in 401k on the 1st of the Month following the 90-day anniversary date. You will be automatically enrolled at a 3% contribution. Once your account is active, you can make changes to the account. A company match is based on the amount that the associate chooses to contribute.
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