Solar Electrician

Job Title: Solar Electrician

Job Description

The Operations & Maintenance Electrician plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational success of our generation and energy storage asset portfolio. This role involves performing solar PV system operations and maintenance, which includes preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and diagnosis, and corrective repairs. You will work under the guidance of the Director of Operations & Maintenance, with a work schedule that involves approximately 20% office work and 80% field work (day travel).

Responsibilities

• Foster positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide timely and accurate technical assessments about the condition and operational status of all electrical equipment on site to asset owners.
• Proactively communicate with all host facility site contacts about site access requirements.
• Remotely monitor operating assets on a rotating schedule (1 weekend per month).
• Acknowledge all alerts or other issues identified within the contractually-prescribed time period.
• Diagnose issues remotely or on site and communicate information via a ticketing platform.
• Advise the Director of Operations & Maintenance on the National Electric Code (NEC) for safe and effective operation and maintenance of all electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring.
• Conduct preventative maintenance & inspections on electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring on assigned sites.
• Investigate site outages or other issues, perform on-site troubleshooting, initiate support tickets with equipment manufacturers as needed, and report all findings in a timely manner.
• Perform repairs and corrective actions on site as needed.
• Document all maintenance, repairs, and inspections via written service reports.
• Facilitate warranty equipment replacements, including receiving replacement equipment, facilitating returns, and filing reimbursement claims.
• Assist with the organization and maintenance of spare parts and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum three years of commercial electrical experience, including repair, installation, and maintenance of 480V or MV electrical equipment, control systems, and electrical wiring.
• General understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans.
• Self-motivated, honest, reliable, and conscientious.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Valid drivers license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with the NEC as it pertains to solar PV systems.
• Strong computer skills.
• NABCEP Installation Professional and/or Technical Sales Certification.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing industry with opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth. Our company offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to work on exciting projects in the solar sector.

Work Environment

Work Monday through Friday with a standard schedule, occasionally on call, generally around 50 hours a week. Travel around the state on job sites with mileage and per diem compensation (per diem $120 when overnight out of town). Work on completed solar projects performing electrical O&M servicing across 10 sites for a 90 MW portfolio. Wear work clothing on site with PPE gear.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pilesgrove, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pilesgrove, NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Pilesgrove,NJ.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.