Solar Electrician & Installers

Posted 02 September 2021
Salary $16-$25 per hour
LocationFort Lauderdale
Job type Contract
Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
ReferenceBKLI-2S
Contact NameBrandon Kooser

Job description

For both openings, my client prefers that candidates be local to South Florida- Miami or Ft. Lauderdale area. Most of their projects will be in this area. Employees will receive per diem if they travel outside of this area.

 

Solar Electricians

PAY: $22-25 AN HOUR

NEED AT LEAST 1 YEAR'S WORTH of Solar work. Preferably they will have their journeyman’s license.

 

Solar Installers

AY: $16-22 AN HOUR

 

Responsibilities:

  • Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions
  • Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified
  • Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms
  • Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment
  • Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.
  • Determine construction project layouts
  • Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements
  • Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations
  • Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers
  • Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials
  • Program, adjust, or configure inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes
  • Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays
  • Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems
  • Install required labels on solar system components and hardware
  • Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions
  • Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency
  • Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features
  • Determine connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting photovoltaic (PV) systems with utility services or other power generation sources
  • Perform routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment
  • Install active solar systems, including solar collectors, concentrators, pumps, or fans
  • Measure and analyze system performance and operating parameters to assess operating condition of systems or equipment
  • Compile or maintain records of system operation, performance, and maintenance

Experience:

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in DC electrical installation
  • Must have a clean driving record
  • Statewide travel is required
  • Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal, driving and drug screen