Residential Solar Electrician
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| Residential Solar Electrician – Fresh Coast Solar|
https://freshcoastsolar.com/ |
📍 Chicago, IL | 💼 Full-time | 💵 $28–$45/hr (based on experience)
Fresh Coast Solar (FCS) is a family-owned and operated solar installation company headquartered in Chicago, IL. With rapid growth in a vibrant industry, our investments in
people and infrastructure have allowed us to remain highly competitive and create long-term opportunities for our employees. We believe solar energy should be built to last and so should the teams who install it.
Quality craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork is our priority. Our culture is based on respect, learning, and pride in doing meaningful work that helps
communities transition to clean power.
Position Details
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM, Overtime available
- Pay: Pay: $35–$45/hour (based on experience) + performance-based bonuses
- Location: Various sites in the Chicagoland area
Key Responsibilities
- Install and maintain electrical systems for residential and commercial PV solar projects.
- Safely bend and install rigid conduits up to 2" using hand tools, hydraulic benders, and power equipment.
- Read and interpret single-line diagrams and construction sets to complete installations accurately.
- Run DC/AC circuits, install battery backup systems, EV chargers, and perform residential service upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with NEC codes, OSHA standards, and local regulations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, collaborating with inspectors as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation, materials, tools, and vehicle upkeep.
- Adhere to Fresh Coast Solar’s high standards for safety and workmanship.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 3+ years of electrical installation, troubleshooting, and repair experience (required).
- Knowledge of NEC codes and local electrical codes (3+ years required).
- Residential solar installation experience (preferred).
- Previous experience supervising projects and team members.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Comfortable working on rooftops, at heights, in attics, crawl spaces, and outdoor weather conditions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to multitask.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employer-paid contribution toward premiums)
- Employer-paid Life Insurance ($25,000 policy)
- Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and ROTH options
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
- Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (IPLAWA) compliant
Ready to Power the Future?
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and future: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employer-paid contribution toward premiums) Employer-paid Life Insurance ($25,000 policy) Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and ROTH options Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (IPLAWA) compliant Ready to Power the Future? Apply today to join a growing team that’s shaping the Midwest’s renewable energy landscape. Together, we’ll bring clean, reliable solar power to communities across Illinois.
About this role
Fresh Coast Solar is hiring a Residential Solar Electrician to join their Chicago-based installation team. You'd be installing and maintaining electrical systems on residential and commercial solar projects across the Chicagoland area, working Monday through Friday, 7AM–3:30PM with overtime available. The role involves hands-on work—bending and installing conduit, running DC/AC circuits, setting up battery backup systems and EV chargers, and performing service upgrades—all while reading construction documents, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring compliance with NEC and OSHA standards.
This position requires at least three years of electrical installation and troubleshooting experience, solid knowledge of NEC codes, and comfort working at heights, in attics and crawl spaces, and in variable weather. Solar installation experience is preferred but not required. You'll need a valid driver's license, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work safely and collaboratively with inspectors and team members. Previous supervisory experience is a plus.
Fresh Coast Solar offers competitive pay ($35–$45/hour based on experience, plus performance bonuses), employer-paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. The company emphasizes safety, craftsmanship, and long-term employee development in a family-owned operation experiencing rapid growth.
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