Mattapoisett, MA · On-site
$45 - $55/hr
Install, wire, and commission solar PV systems (residential & commercial) * Perform electrical tie-ins, inverter installations, battery systems, and service upgrades * Ensure all work complies with ...
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Mattapoisett, MA · On-site
$45 - $55/hr
Install, wire, and commission solar PV systems (residential & commercial) * Perform electrical tie-ins, inverter installations, battery systems, and service upgrades * Ensure all work complies with ...
Mattapoisett, MA · On-site
$45 - $55/hr
Install, wire, and commission solar PV systems (residential & commercial) * Perform electrical tie-ins, inverter installations, battery systems, and service upgrades * Ensure all work complies with ...
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Mattapoisett, MA · On-site
$45 - $55/hr
Install, wire, and commission solar PV systems (residential & commercial) * Perform electrical tie-ins, inverter installations, battery systems, and service upgrades * Ensure all work complies with ...
Montgomery, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Montgomery, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Portland, ME · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Portland, ME · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Pawtucket, RI · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Pawtucket, RI · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Lancaster, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Lancaster, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Cranberry Township, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Cranberry Township, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Washington, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
Washington, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary + uncapped commission (OTE $100,000-$250,000)
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Simi Valley, CA · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
As part of our dynamic team, you'll work closely with project managers, engineers, and installers to troubleshoot, install, and commission solar PV and battery storage systems , with a focus on ...
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Simi Valley, CA · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
As part of our dynamic team, you'll work closely with project managers, engineers, and installers to troubleshoot, install, and commission solar PV and battery storage systems , with a focus on ...
Fresno, CA · On-site
$40 - $45/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
Fresno, CA · On-site
$40 - $45/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
Fresno, CA · On-site
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
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Fresno, CA · On-site
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
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Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$100K - $250K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
Cranberry Township, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
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Cranberry Township, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
Fresno, CA · On-site
$24.75 - $34/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
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Fresno, CA · On-site
$24.75 - $34/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
$24.75 - $34/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
$24.75 - $34/hr
Tie in and commission solar systems * Review upcoming job photos and project plans ahead of ... Perform minor stucco and drywall repairs as needed post-installation * Help with solar related ...
Plymouth Meeting, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
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Plymouth Meeting, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
Bensalem, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
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Bensalem, PA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
... Solar Installer Award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA ... Base salary plus commission * 401k match program * Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid ...
$14.90 - $16.83
3% of jobs
$16.83 - $18.75
10% of jobs
$19.93 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18.75 - $20.67
19% of jobs
The median wage is $22.49 / hr.
$20.67 - $22.60
19% of jobs
$22.60 - $24.52
17% of jobs
$25.74 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.52 - $26.44
11% of jobs
$26.44 - $28.37
9% of jobs
$28.37 - $30.29
5% of jobs
$30.29 - $32.21
3% of jobs
$32.21 - $34.13
2% of jobs
$34.13 - $36.06
1% of jobs
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| Aspect | Commission Solar Installer | Solar Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | OSHA, NABCEP PV Installer Certification | OSHA, NABCEP PV Certification (optional) |
| Work Environment | On-site installation, system commissioning | Maintenance, troubleshooting, system repairs |
| Job Focus | Installing and commissioning solar systems | Servicing and repairing solar systems |
| Employer Usage | Solar installation companies, contractors | Solar service companies, maintenance firms |
While both roles involve working with solar energy systems, a Commission Solar Installer primarily focuses on installing and commissioning new solar systems, ensuring they operate correctly. In contrast, a Solar Technician typically handles maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of existing systems. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within the same industry, but their core responsibilities differ based on the project lifecycle stage.
$45 - $55/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, PTO
Re-posted 20 days ago
Job Title: Rhode Island & MA Licensed Electrician – Solar Installation
Location: Rhode Island/Massachusetts
Company: Portside Renewables LLC
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
We are a growing Mattapoisett, Ma –based solar energy company dedicated to delivering high-quality residential and commercial solar installations. Our team takes pride in craftsmanship, safety, and helping customers transition to clean, renewable energy.
We are seeking a Rhode Island & MA Licensed Electrician to join our field operations team. This role is critical to ensuring safe, code-compliant, and efficient solar installations across the state.
Responsibilities
Install, wire, and commission solar PV systems (residential & commercial)
Perform electrical tie-ins, inverter installations, battery systems, and service upgrades
Ensure all work complies with NEC, Rhode Island state codes, and utility requirements
Supervise apprentices and installation crews when needed
Troubleshoot and service existing PV systems
Complete electrical inspections and testing
Maintain clean, professional, and safe job sites
Communicate clearly with project managers and inspectors
Required Qualifications
Active Rhode Island and/or MA Journeyman electrical License
3+ years of electrical experience (solar experience preferred)
Strong understanding of NEC and Rhode Island electrical codes
Ability to read electrical drawings and one-line diagrams
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Comfortable working on rooftops, ladders, and lifts
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Solar PV and/or battery storage experience
Experience with service upgrades, generators, or EV chargers
Leadership or crew supervisory experience
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly pay or salary (based on experience)
Overtime available
Health insurance options
Paid time off & holidays
Company vehicle (for qualified roles)
Ongoing training and certification support
Opportunity for advancement in a fast-growing industry
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a company that values quality, teamwork, and long-term growth. As solar continues to expand in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, you’ll have steady work, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a real environmental impact.
How to Apply
Send your resume to:
hiring@portsiderenewables.com
or apply online at www.portsiderenewables.com
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