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Solar Impact Inc. is searching for an experienced Solar Installer / Electrician to join our Operations Team in Gainesville, FL. The person in this role is responsible for efficiently installing solar and electrical systems in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). If you have prior solar or electrical experience, a strong work ethic, and ambition to succeed, apply today!

The ideal candidate for this position possesses the following traits:

• 2 or more years of solar and electrical experience

• Hands-on electrical / NEC experience

• Ability to read construction drawings

• Close attention to detail and process, with problem-solving abilities

• Team player, capable of working independently

• Working knowledge of digital devices and programs

• Safety conscious

• Reliable with strong work ethic

Solar Impact is proud to sponsor employees in electrical or solar apprenticeship programs. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance, HSA with generous company contribution, 120 hours of PTO annually, 9 paid holidays, 401(k) contribution of up to 4%, and employee ownership with profit sharing. Come join us in creating a more sustainable planet!

$18 - $25 per hour Depending on Experience

• Demonstrate Solar Impact Core Values

• Install solar and electrical equipment in accordance with the NEC

• Assist with quality solar PV installations, including system layout, roof penetrations, assembling racking, running conduit (both exterior and in attics and crawl spaces), panel attachment, grounding, pulling wire, assembling wire combiner boxes, and performing voltage testing

• Maintain a safe work environment and follow Solar Impact and OSHA-required safety protocols at all times

• Follow all company operations standards and processes

•  Organize materials and tools and help load the truck/trailer for each job

• Assist with general site preparation and continuous jobsite clean-up

• Communicate regularly with supervisors and team members to ensure projects are moving along safely, quickly, and efficiently

• Participate in online and in-person trainings related to safety and solar installation

• Review projects post-install to determine areas for efficiency improvement

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance and communicate with customers in a positive manner

• Meet attendance and punctuality requirements, including occasional night and weekend availability to meet project deadlines

Required

• Able to pass a pre-employment background check, driver insurability check, physical, and drug screen (no consideration for medical marijuana cards).

• Capable of reporting to work in person and on time as scheduled, and working overtime, nights, and weekends as required

• Proficient in bending conduit

• Clean driving record (must be insurable for driving Solar Impact vehicles)

• Detail-oriented and takes pride in work

• Respectful of customers and of co-workers

• Organized with the ability to multitask and set priorities

 Preferred

• 1 or more years of solar or electrical experience

 Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at great heights

• Able to kneel, bend, crouch, and climb ladders

• Capable of working on feet for long periods

• Able to lift at least 75 pounds at a time

• Willing to wear PPE in performance of some duties (e.g., harnesses, hard hats, gloves, masks, ear protection, etc.)

• Able to work in extreme hot/cold temperature conditions

• Willing to work 10-hour or longer shifts

Solar Impact, Inc. is a licensed electrical and solar installation contractor in North Central Florida with a seasoned team of solar professionals. Founded in 2007, we have successfully installed hundreds of solar arrays, including landmark solar projects around the state of Florida.

We proudly operate an employee-owned company that provides PTO, Group Health, 401(k), and Profit-Sharing benefits to our team members. Our customer base includes homeowners, small businesses, public schools, multinational companies, agricultural businesses, utilities, and many of our own employee-owners. We have been voted Gainesville Business of the Year for our Commitment to the Environment.