Traveling Licensed Electrician - Solar Operations & Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Traveling Solar Field Service Electrician $55.00 - $120.00/ hour

Prevailing Wage | Full-Time | 100% Travel | Illinois | Licensed Electrician

Build Your Career. Power the Future.

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting on behalf of an industry-leading renewable energy company seeking a  Traveling Solar Field Service Technician to support utility-scale solar Commercial across Illinois.

If you're a licensed electrician looking for a career in the field, hands-on electrical work, and advancement opportunities, this is the opportunity for you.

No two days are the same. You'll travel to utility-scale solar facilities, troubleshoot electrical equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and help keep America's renewable energy infrastructure operating at peak performance.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility-scale solar systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Inspect, test, repair, and replace electrical components and equipment.
• Perform maintenance on solar inverters and related electrical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Complete service reports and maintenance documentation.
• Work closely with customers and internal technical teams.
• Maintain a safe work environment while following OSHA and company safety standards.
• Travel extensively to customer locations throughout Illinois.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed Electrician
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and mobile applications for reporting.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening.

Preferred Experience

• Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
• Industrial electrical maintenance
• Commercial electrician experience
• Utility-scale renewable energy
• Power generation equipment
• Inverters, transformers, and switchgear
• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Commissioning or startup experience

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Walk, stand, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Climb ladders and stairs.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Travel up to 100%, overnight stays possible.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Work in the rapidly growing renewable energy industry.
• Travel throughout the United States.
• Build specialized technical skills with utility-scale solar systems.
• Work independently while solving complex technical challenges.
• Join a team committed to safety, quality, and professional development.
• Competitive pay, travel accommodations, and opportunities for career growth.

Apply Today!

Ready to take your electrical or field service career to the next level? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today, and an Express Employment Professionals recruiter will contact qualified candidates to discuss this exciting opportunity.

• Traveling Electrician
• Journeyman Electrician
• Field Service Technician
• Solar Technician
• Solar Field Service Technician
• Solar O&M Technician
• Electrical Maintenance Technician
• Industrial Electrician
• Renewable Energy
• Utility-Scale Solar
• PV Technician
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Inverter Technician
• Power Generation
• Commissioning Technician
• 100% Travel
• Nationwide Travel

With over 40 years of experience in staffing and employment, Express Employment Professionals of DeKalb, IL connects hardworking job-seekers with great local companies. Our staffing agency recruits job candidates from entry level to highly experienced and from all industries.
When you choose Express Employment Professionals of DeKalb, you're not just getting the expert input of our local franchise. You're also getting access to the resources and time-tested employment systems of our global headquarters. With flexible staffing options that include part-time, full-time, contract, and temporary hires, we work closely with job-seekers and businesses.

Company Description

With over 40 years of experience in staffing and employment, Express Employment Professionals of DeKalb, IL connects hardworking job-seekers with great local companies. Our staffing agency recruits job candidates from entry level to highly experienced and from all industries. \r\nWhen you choose Express Employment Professionals of DeKalb, you're not just getting the expert input of our local franchise. You're also getting access to the resources and time-tested employment systems of our global headquarters. With flexible staffing options that include part-time, full-time, contract, and temporary hires, we work closely with job-seekers and businesses.