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Non-Certified Electrician

Sunrun
BRANCH - NJ - New Jersey South, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Dec 2025
💰 $90,000/yr($68,000/yr$90,000/yr)

About the role

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Overview
The Electrical Foreperson will provide leadership and technical expertise for a solar installation crew. The Electrical Foreperson is responsible for the Safety, Quality, Customer Service, and Productivity of each assigned solar installation project. The Electrical Foreperson is a working field position that leads a team of 3 to 6 members to successfully complete residential and small commercial projects.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the successful installation of residential solar projects

  • Organize, lead, and train crew members to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframes

  • Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity

  • Effectively manage all aspects of the construction workflow of the project to drive productivity

  • Ensure that there is adequate materials and equipment to safely and efficiently complete projects

  • Effectively maintain project documentation and photo requirements

  • Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards

  • Check on progress of installers every hour throughout the installation to ensure the installation process

  • Follow Construction Job Flow Procedures

  • Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co-workers

  • Analyze and resolve worker problems and recommend solutions

  • Maintain consistent and appropriate interface with customer throughout construction phase

  • Perform weekly vehicle inspection for proper tire pressures, oil level, working lights, etc

  • Obtain customer payments and deliver to management as required

  • Ensure accuracy of your own and crew's time sheets

  • Provide construct-ability feedback to management

  • Maintain excellent lines of communication

  • Perform service calls when necessary

  • Additional duties assigned as needed


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license

  • Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards. Carry and maintain up-to-date NEC code book

  • Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer

  • Have CPR and First Aid Certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of continued employment (class costs are reimbursable by the company)

  • Physically capable of performing work duties

  • Professional appearance and customer interaction

  • Have a strong work ethic, high level of craftsmanship/workmanship with strong attention to detail

  • Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

  • Possess strong mechanical/construction skills

  • Have excellent verbal communication and documentation skills

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Have good people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline when necessary

  • Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC

  • Maintain a valid Driver’s License

  • 5% travel required


Physical Demands

  • Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds wit

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