Licensed Electrician

GoSolar is seeking a skilled, safety-focused Licensed Electrician to join our Field Operations team. This role is ideal for an experienced electrical professional who enjoys a mix of residential solar, electrical service, battery-storage, EV-charging, and reroof-related solar work.

As a Licensed Electrician, you will help lead the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, removal, and reinstallation of residential photovoltaic (PV) solar systems. You will provide hands-on electrical expertise for solar installations, solar service calls, battery storage systems, EV wall connectors, and related residential electrical projects. Your technical knowledge, commitment to safe work practices, and customer-first attitude will directly support the quality and success of our projects.

Duties

• Evaluate job requirements, scope of work, materials, labor needs, and potential costs in collaboration with field leadership and team members.
• Install, maintain, diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot residential electrical systems and components.
• Perform solar PV installation, maintenance, service, removal, and reinstallation work, including projects associated with roof replacements.
• Support the installation and service of battery energy-storage systems, EV wall connectors, electrical panels, disconnects, breakers, conduit, wiring, and related equipment.
• Identify electrical issues and recommend safe, code-compliant solutions.
• Help lead and reinforce safe work practices for the Field Operations team, including PPE use, electrical safety, fall protection, and jobsite hazard awareness.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with applicable electrical codes, manufacturer requirements, company standards, and permitting/inspection requirements.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by clearly explaining work when appropriate, answering questions professionally, and providing real-time updates on job status.
• Maintain an organized, professional, and safety-conscious jobsite.
• Complete required job documentation, photos, material records, and service notes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current electrical license required, with the ability to legally perform applicable electrical work in Illinois and the municipalities we serve.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical-safety practices.
• Previous experience in the electrical trade, including work with electrical equipment, wiring, panels, circuits, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Solar PV, battery-storage, EV-charger, roofing coordination, or residential service experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow electrical plans, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, manufacturer instructions, and jobsite documentation.
• Ability to work safely at heights, including on roofs with steep pitches.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying or extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move at least 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, professionalism, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a field crew.

What We Offer

• Starting pay of $30.00 per hour, with compensation based on license level, experience, solar/battery expertise, and job responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work on residential solar, battery-storage, EV-charging, and electrical-service projects.
• A collaborative field environment with opportunities to grow your technical and leadership skills.
• Meaningful work supporting clean-energy solutions for homeowners across Illinois.

To apply: Please submit your resume and include your electrical license type, municipality or jurisdiction of licensure, and solar or any relevant experience.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person