Join Commonwealth Power as an Industrial Solar Electrician and help build high-impact renewable energy projects across Virginia, including commercial rooftops, utility-scale ground mounts, and industrial facilities. As part of a dedicated electrical crew, you’ll contribute to commercial and utility-scale solar installations while developing your career through journeyman progression, apprenticeship completion, foreman opportunities, and an electrical leadership track. Regional travel and extended out-of-town assignments may be required.
Responsibilities
- Install and bend RMC, EMT, and other conduit systems.
- Pull, route, terminate, and test electrical wiring.
- Install inverters, service panels, and related electrical equipment.
- Interpret electrical single-line diagrams and coordinate field installation activities.
- Support electrical testing, code compliance, and quality control.
- Follow NEC, NFPA 70E, and site safety requirements.
- Coordinate work with the dedicated electrical crew and other project teams.
- Mentor apprentices and helpers while supporting a pathway toward foreman and electrical leadership roles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of commercial or industrial electrical installation experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Virginia or Maryland Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
- Experience with RMC, EMT, conduit bending, electrical wiring, and solar photovoltaic systems.
- Ability to interpret single-line diagrams and apply the National Electrical Code.
- OSHA 10, OSHA 30, or NFPA 70E certification.
- Experience with safety compliance and apprentice mentoring.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, at heights, and lift 50 or more pounds.
