Ability to read prints, design, and work with electrical layouts.
Ability to install equipment, conduit, and fittings; pull wire; and terminate wiring.
Ability to test and record wiring for insulation resistance and IV curve tracing as needed.
Ability to configure basic electrical devices.
Ability to ensure accurate electrical take-offs and procurement.
Ability to maintain a company vehicle and vehicle stock.
Ability to ensure code compliance and maintain a clean work area and jobsite.
Ability to meet the technical requirements of equipment and site conditions.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment and systems.
Ability to execute installation work while following customer-interaction and safety guidelines.
At least 3 years of journeyman electrician experience.
Familiarity with construction and electrical work terminology.
Ability to use online scheduling and communication tools.
A clean driving record and valid driver's license.
Verifiable job references.
Comprehensive familiarity with the 2014 and 2017 National Electrical Code.
Ability to work 40–50 or more hours per week, 5–6 days per week.
Ability to work unsupervised and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, and use hands and fingers regularly.
Ability to travel as required.
Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with electrical installation teams while ensuring company policies and procedures are upheld.
Manage daily electrical tasks according to job requirements and follow the electrical team lead's guidance.
Execute project duties in line with company standards and established operating procedures.
Perform work in the office or at customer installation locations.
Desired Qualifications
Power generation experience.
OSHA certification for 10 or 30 hours.
An associate's degree or greater college education, NABCEP certification, or equivalent certification.
Electrician
Solar Alternatives · New Orleans, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-08-05
Salary: USD 60,000–90,000
Workplace: on_site
Department: Operations - Electrical
Description
The Electrician role collaborates closely with our electrical installation teams, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are upheld to the highest standards. This role involves managing daily electrical tasks according to specific job requirements and following the guidance of the electrical team lead. It's essential for the electrician to effectively execute all project duties in line with company standards, adhering to established operating procedures.
Requirements
Knowledge of electrical codes and best practices
Print reading, design and electrical layout
Install equipment, install conduit and fittings, pull wire, terminate
Test and record wiring for insulation resistance and IV curve tracing as needed
Configure basic electrical devices
Ensure accurate electrical take-off and procurement
Maintain company vehicle and vehicle stock
Ensure code compliance and clean work and jobsite
Meet technical requirements of equipment and site conditions
Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment and systems
Effectively execute installation work, customer interaction, and safety guidelines
Role models the Solar Alternatives organizational culture daily.
Qualifications
3+ Years Journeyman Electrician
Familiarity with construction and electrical work terminology
Self-driven work ethic and good time management
Ability to use online scheduling and communication tools
Clean driving record and valid license
Verifiable job references
Comprehensive familiarity of 2014 and 2017 NEC
40-50+ hours per week, 5-6 days per week
Preferred but not required:
Power generation experience
OSHA Certification (10 or 30 hour)
Associates or greater college education NABCEP or equivalent certification
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Ability to work unsupervised and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands/fingers.
Ability to travel as required.
Work performed in office, or customer installation locations.
Benefits
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:
Salary starts at $25-35/hr based on qualifications, plus opportunities for sales bonuses. Benefits include majority-paid medical, dental, vision and matching 401K program. Earned paid time off starts at two weeks annually.