Solar Electrician, Install Lead

Brief Description of Sunnova Sunnova (NYSE : NOVA) is an industry-leading adaptive energy services company focused on making clean energy more accessible, reliable, and affordable for homeowners and businesses.

At Sunnova, we embrace diverse perspectives, vibrant creativity and forward-thinkers who share our zeal for a sustainable future.

A career with us means pushing beyond traditional limits, exploring new horizons, collaborating with like-minded peers, and transforming the energy industry for the better.

If you're excited about being a part of the fastest-growing segment of the energy industry, we encourage you to apply!Sunnova Energy is searching for a Solar Electrician, Install Lead to join ourteam.

Sunnova is installing batteries on existing solar systems. The Solar Electrician,Install Lead’s primary responsibility is installing these additions to meet all standards,quality, and performance while providing excellent customer service.

The Solar Electrician, Install Lead must abide by all company safety regulations, beadaptable, a good communicator, and comfortable working alone with a team and withhomeowners.

They need to be familiar with standard electrical rules and guidelines,know how to follow electrical diagrams, maintain vehicle stock and ensure a clean jobsite.

Solar Electrician, Install Lead Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains battery storage systems and EV chargers according to engineering designs, permits and electrical code
• Completes site assessments, documenting all necessary information to prepare for an installation
• Submits service reports immediately following work order completion
• Collaborates closely with manufacturers and engineering team to resolve technical issues
• Utilizes knowledge, skills, and electrical testing equipment to commission systems and evaluate system issues
• Identifies solutions to resolve technical design problems, including electrical systems used during construction
• Manages vehicle-material stock and equipment inventory
• Maintains compliance with all Sunnova Safety policies and practices
• Provides training to customers about system operation and maintenance
• Manages and resolves customer concerns and issues in a timely manner;
• communicates and documents progress to customer and relevant Sunnova employees
• Documents key communications in appropriate Sunnova software

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED)
• 1+ years’ experience as an electrician, solar installer, or solar maintenance technician
• Licensed Journeyman Electrician
• Current, valid Driver’s license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing English
• Working knowledge of the NEC

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Certified
• Formal apprenticeship and / or vocational training
• 1 + years’ experience in the solar electric industry preferred.
• 3+ years’ electrical experience
• Bilingual, English and Spanish

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Organized and maintains a professional appearance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Working Conditions

• Location varies with job site
• Estimated 50% overnight travel
• Driving required; needs valid Driver's license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• Must be willing to travel for some projects depending on jobsite

Physical Requirements

• Long hours spent outside on residential rooftops, driving to customer residences, some ground and rooftop work.
• Various weather conditions include cold and snowy, hot and humid, and
• everything in between; must be comfortable working in different environments
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs; assistance may be provided for oversized items
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and drive for up to 8 hours at a time
• Work postures include reaching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, squatting, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, and handling objects above / below the shoulder

Benefits

• Sunnova offers a generous employee reward package that includes :
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, healthcare flexible spending account, and 401(k) with employer match
• Competitive compensation including overtime
• Company vehicle provided and Corporate card
• Paid time off, including 10 holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• Cell phone allowance for many roles
• Free access to onsite fitness center in Houston and / or discounted fitness memberships through health provider

$48 - $48 an hourAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

We appreciate the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), and we are looking to hire real people. If you use AI for any part of the job application process, we highly encourage that you review any AI generated content to ensure your personality and unique capabilities are highlighted.

We reserve the right to disqualify candidates that we reasonably believe solely relied on AI generated content in the application process.

If you are selected for a position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer / pre-placement drug test (and medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.