Job Description

Freedom Solar is one of the largest solar installation companies in the United States. Founded in Austin in 2007, our residential business serves Texas and Florida, and our commercial business has a nationwide reach. Our strong reputation in the industry is based on our dedication to quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. At Freedom Solar, our mission is to enable our customers to live more powerfully by harnessing clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values:

Pride in Quality Craftsmanship

Go Above and Beyond

Put People First

Have a Humble Heart

Give a Damn

Shoot Straight

At Freedom Solar, we have built a customer-focused, turnkey solar installation experience that is unusual in the industry. Unlike most solar companies, we serve our customers through the entirety of their solar journey, from marketing and sales, to installation, to service and warranty coverage. As we have scaled, we have remained true to our startup roots, with dedication, creativity, resourcefulness, and speed inherent to our culture. We care deeply about our customers and the environment, and everything we do reflects that. And we aspire that our team emulates and enhances this culture.

Freedom Solar is looking for a full-time Solar Electrician to join our team. The Electrician will install, maintain, and repair services for residential solar equipment as well as complete main system upgrades. As an Electrician, you should be a quick learner, a self-starter, can work in both an autonomous and team environment, and has top-notch customer service skills. This position comes with access to your company truck and all electrical jobs are local!

Job Duties:

Install electrical equipment/circuits, complete DC conduit runs, and interconnect the PV system to the existing service.
Powerwall/battery storage installation.
Upgrade customer electrical service when necessary. Panel swap, bus upgrade, install new riser and meter base, add external disconnect, and assess the existing services for code compliance.
System testing – Voltage, amperage, and power tests for each system.
Complete commissioning and inspection checklists.
Follow and enforce safety procedures and protocols.
Support service work orders as needed.
Assist with other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license required.
Ability to travel.
5+ years of electrical experience; 2 years of solar electrical experience preferred.
Experience using hand and power tools.
Ability to read electrical blueprints.
Experienced with Tesla Powerwall 3.0 a strong plus!
Must have PW3 install, commissioning and troubleshooting experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

Knowledge of local electrical codes
Knowledge of electrical circuits and service requirements
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and basic one-line diagrams
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to operate power tools
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems with electrical circuits
Ability to bend ½” – 1 ¼” EMT
Ability to install EMT on a 1 to 3-story rooftop that is 10 to 53-degree pitch

Physical Requirements:

Ability to withstand heights, be on roofs, and climb ladders
Ability to lift 50-75+ lbs routinely
Ability to bend, stretch, squat, and lift
Ability to work in 30-100+ degree weather, as well as in wet and dry conditions

We understand you may be a great candidate without fitting all our preferred experience, knowledge, skills, and attributes. And you may have other skills that are valuable for the role, but which we haven’t thought of. Because we recognize this and we value diversity of thought, experience, and background, we still encourage you to apply.

Freedom Solar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employee Benefits:

Freedom Solar recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability

401(k) Employer Matching

Weekly Pay Dates

3 Weeks PTO + 3 Sick Days

12 Paid Holidays

Team Building Events!

Upward mobility Opportunities!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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