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Electrical Superintendent

$95k - $125k
Full-time

Sun Tribe

JOB SUMMARY

Sun Tribe EPC (“Sun Tribe”) is Virginia’s premier utility-scale solar design and build firm, specializing in sub-20MW ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities. Our construction efforts are focused throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, Maryland, and neighboring states. At Sun Tribe, we build with purpose—prioritizing safety, quality, and environmental stewardship in every project we deliver. The Electrical Superintendent provides technical field leadership for electrical installation, quality, testing, commissioning, and energization activities on utility-scale solar construction projects. Working alongside Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and subcontractors, this role supports planning, field execution, quality assurance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project closeout. The Electrical Superintendent plays a critical role in ensuring electrical and mechanical work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and Sun Tribe's core values. This position reports directly to the Senior Quality & Commissioning Manager and works closely with Construction Management, Project Management, Project Engineering, EHS, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Oversees electrical and mechanical construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and Sun Tribe requirements. * Provides technical leadership throughout construction by supporting planning, field execution, quality assurance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project closeout activities. * Maintains field presence during critical phases of construction, testing, commissioning, and energization to support successful project execution. * Performs field observations and quality inspections, identifies technical risks, and supports timely resolution of electrical and mechanical construction issues. * Coordinates electrical and mechanical construction activities with Construction Management and project teams to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. * Reviews electrical and mechanical material submittals, technical documentation, and subcontractor work to ensure compliance with project requirements. * Oversees electrical testing, startup, commissioning, utility witness testing, and equipment energization activities. * Develops and maintains project-specific commissioning documentation, punch lists, quality records, and related project documentation. * Supports preconstruction activities including drawing reviews, technical site visits, subcontractor evaluations, commissioning planning, and implementation of established electrical construction standards. * Collaborates closely with Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, subcontractors, and clients to support successful project delivery. * Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve electrical construction standards, commissioning processes, quality documentation, and field best practices.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

* Education Required: High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. * Journeyman Electrician license required; Master Electrician license preferred. * Minimum two (2) years of experience in electrical construction, utility-scale solar, power generation, industrial electrical, substations, battery energy storage, or related electrical infrastructure required. Additional experience is expected for roles with greater responsibility and complexity. * Experience supporting electrical testing, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, or energization activities for commercial, industrial, utility, or renewable energy projects required. Utility-scale solar commissioning experience preferred. * Current, valid driver's license and eligibility for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

* Oversees electrical and mechanical construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and Sun Tribe requirements. * Provides technical leadership throughout construction by supporting planning, field execution, quality assurance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project closeout activities. * Maintains field presence during critical phases of construction, testing, commissioning, and energization to support successful project execution. * Performs field observations and quality inspections, identifies technical risks, and supports timely resolution of electrical and mechanical construction issues. * Coordinates electrical and mechanical construction activities with Construction Management and project teams to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. * Reviews electrical and mechanical material submittals, technical documentation, and subcontractor work to ensure compliance with project requirements. * Oversees electrical testing, startup, commissioning, utility witness testing, and equipment energization activities. * Develops and maintains project-specific commissioning documentation, punch lists, quality records, and related project documentation. * Supports preconstruction activities including drawing reviews, technical site visits, subcontractor evaluations, commissioning planning, and implementation of established electrical construction standards. * Collaborates closely with Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, subcontractors, and clients to support successful project delivery. * Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve electrical construction standards, commissioning processes, quality documentation, and field best practices.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Ability to travel to project sites throughout Virginia and neighboring states as needed.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required based on project demands.
  • Role requires extensive field presence, with the majority of time spent
supporting active construction activities. * Ability to traverse active construction sites in all weather conditions, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, and stretching.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as required.
  • Required to wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE) while on
project sites. * Exposure to typical construction site conditions and hazards. Compensation and Benefits The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $95,000 to $125,000 per year. The final compensation offered may vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This position is eligible for Sun Tribe’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, volunteer days, and access to an employee assistance program. How to Apply Please submit your resume and relevant project experience via our application portal [ Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Even if you do not meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We prioritize talent, passion, and drive over what looks good on paper. If you're on the fence, we encourage you to hit the apply button and highlight what draws you to Sun Tribe. Sun Tribe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, family medical or genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Sun Tribe complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Sun Tribe operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Sun Tribe EPC, LLC is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify [ Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify. Read more about our company values [ and about Sun Tribe EPC at [ By submitting an application, I certify that the information I have provided, including my application, resume, and any supporting materials, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, material omission, or misrepresentation may result in the rejection of my application or, if employed, disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. I also authorize Sun Tribe or its designated third-party representative to contact the professional references I have provided for the purpose of verifying my qualifications and suitability for employment.

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