Residential Solar Electrician

• Raleigh, NC 
• Opportunity to work with a mission-driven Certified B Corp
• $22.00-$28.00/hour, based on experience
• Outstanding benefits package (health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, vision, dental, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay,  and more)
• Opportunity to bring your passion for sustainability and clean energy to work

Do you seek to “be the change” by playing an important part in something bigger than yourself?

Are you optimistic, energetic and committed to doing your best work every day?

Do you believe that sustainable energy is a necessary part of our future and are excited by the prospect of being part of a team dedicated to making that a reality? If so, we want to hear from you!

Southern Energy Management (SEM), a North & South Carolina leader in residential solar installations, is currently seeking a full-time Residential Solar Electrician.

The Residential Solar Electrician position will consist of minimum, 40 hour work weeks. This job will be based out of our Raleigh, NC office with around 25% of time being spent out of town working remotely in both NC and SC. Candidates should expect to be out of town at least 1 week out of the month.

Residential Solar Electrician Duties: 

A Residential Solar Electrician will participate in the physical installation of residential solar electrical equipment and battery backup systems. Tasks include but are not limited to: 

• Full understanding and conceptual knowledge of single line electrical plans 
• Be able to read and install electrical equipment in accordance with plan set 
• Running conduit exterior and interior 
• Running NM in crawl space/attic 
• Work in electrical panels, landing breakers, moving existing breakers
• Installation of solar inverter (be able to lift at least 50lbs) 
• Installation of Battery Backup systems (Tesla Powerwall and Generac PWRCell)

Residential Solar Electrician Qualifications:

• OSHA 10 certification (preferred before hire but required before starting)
• General construction knowledge and/or experience along with the ability to use hand tools (drills, saws, drivers).
• Ability to work at high heights with the use of a safety harness, outdoors, in attics and crawlspaces in extreme conditions.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions that NC has to offer
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds 
• Excellent communication and team working skills
• A four year degree in a relevant electrical/renewable energy field is preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma is required.
• Purchase a set of their own personal tools for work – list provided by SEM. 
• 5 years relevant electrical experience is required (preferably directly installing Solar equipment) 
• Experience installing battery backups systems (preferably Tesla Powerwall or Generac PWRCell)

How to Apply:

Our online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person - not just a resume.  The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits, and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you'll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results.

SEM values diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. Women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ are especially encouraged to apply for this position. SEM is a company that values the employment of local community members- seeking to bring historically disenfranchised voices to the forefront of projects in the field of energy and relating directly to climate justice.

If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us with the “Help” button in the application.

We will review resumes as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.