Solar Journeyman Electrician

~ Louth Callan Renewables (LCR) is an experienced solar construction and investment firm headquartered in New England. LCR builds optimized renewable energy projects including Solar PV, and battery storage and provides quality pre-construction and O&M services. ~

Position Overview

Journeyman Electricians are well-organized, motivated team leaders who are responsible for installing high-quality electrical field work by taking measures to increase the company’s effectiveness and efficiency. The Louth Callan TEAM has a common mission – to provide the highest quality workmanship that goes above and beyond client expectation so that Louth Callan Renewables will earn more projects!

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Responsibilities

• Insuring installations comply with the NEC and (AHJ) authority having jurisdiction.
• Properly reading blueprints, schematics and specifications.
• Ordering materials for daily tasks.
• Supervision of project workforce.
• Insuring Safety protocols are in use and enforced.
• Maintaining OSHA documentation on the project.
• Daily layout/safety (JSA) meetings with the project workforce. Weekly toolbox talks.
• Installing electrical raceways.
• Proper use of equipment for bending, cutting, pulling and installation of conduit and wire.
• Providing power/interfaces from alternate power sources, i.e. generators solar/wind, battery (UPS systems)
• Properly mounting switchboards, switchgear, panelboards, circuit breakers/fuses, meters, transformers, generators, rectifiers, transfer switches and various other equipment.
• Adapting to the various types and forms of construction, i.e. lumber, concrete, concrete block, metal, tilt-up, poured in place, underground and above ground, single story to high-rise.
• Working with various voltages, i.e., 12-24 volt, 48-volt DC, 120/240-volt, 120/208-volt, 277/480 volt.
• Insuring the proper installation of the various building grounding systems.
• Coordination with the other trades involved on the project.
• Coordination with the General Contractor, Engineers and Owner or Owner’s Representative.
• Troubleshooting the various systems and components.
• Replacing faulty equipment, wiring or controls.
• Coordination with the (AHJ), electrical inspectors, fire alarm inspectors, elevator inspectors, and various other entities performing required inspections.

Safety Tasks:

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Competency in Excavations, Fall Protection and Electrical Hazards.
• Conduct daily Job Safety Analysis and hold crew safety meetings.
• Identify and be able to remedy on the job hazards.
• OSHA 10 or 30 Hour.
• Must be able to see, read, listen and comprehend, and speak English.

Qualifications

• Valid active CT or MA Journeyman Electricians License (more the better)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Verification of US Citizen or approved to work in the US
• High School Diploma or GED required with emphasis on good mathematical skills.
• Punctual, motivated, detail oriented and uphold the passion to be the best in the field.
• Possess excellent communication and supervisory skills when leading your team to excellence.
• Possess self-motivation and team spirit and be able to work closely with other teams on the sites.
• Arrive ready to work on time and be ready to do overtime or a versatile work schedule based on project needs.
• Work with colored wiring and must be able to identify them by sight.
• Assist and mentor apprentices daily and follow a neat and process-oriented work style.
• Be efficient with your time and materials while ensuring top quality electrical installation to meet the NEC.
• Carry your own small tools and state certification card during all ADK work hours.
• Diagnose the root cause of issues and think logically about solutions.
• Perform duties as assigned by foreman/lead. Follow instructions and ask questions.
• Must be able to accommodate your schedule to workdays, evenings, or through the night as our clients are the ones who dictate our schedule.
• Must be able to drive-in all-weather conditions, day or night.

Experience:

• Electrician: 3 years (Preferred)
• Solar: 3 years (Preferred)

Compensation

• Pay: $35.00 - $39.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off