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Novel Energy Solutions

Licensed Journeyman Needed-Illinois

Novel Energy Solutions, Pecatonica, Illinois, United States

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Full-time Description Snapshot Summary:

Novel Energy Construction is looking to hire an experienced licensed Journeyman. This is a full-time onsite position, the pay range is $55-$60 per hour. After a 60-day probationary period, employees will be eligible to enroll in benefits and accrue sick and vacation time based on hours worked. We are aiming to fill this role immediately.

This job requires the Journeyman to be licensed and will also require in-state travel to other project sites.

Core Focus:

The licensed Journeyman electrician performs a variety of tasks and assists other craft workers in the construction, maintenance, and repair activities on solar PV systems.

Requirements Essential Functions

Responsible for the electrical work on construction of DG solar PV systems or community solar garden systems

Provide and lead all electrical work associated with solar PV installation

Supervise and direct installers to complete all install processes and tasks

Operate a variety of electrical testing equipment in locating and determining types of electrical malfunctions

Inspect plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of installations

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools

Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem

Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components

Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes

Provide and maintain personal hand tools

Use and maintain company issued tools

Work outdoors on solar installations year round

Climb ladders, work in attics, crawl spaces, on sloped roofs and similar locations

Perform panel upgrades and other electrical work when required

Follow OSHA safety regulations and provided safety training

Lift and carry tools, materials, and parts (up to 50lbs)

Provide on-the-job training to apprentice electricians

Verify all OSHA and NES safety policies and equipment are used correctly

Arrive punctually to work and diligently perform the duties and tasks assigned

Be available for occasional overtime or emergency response

Ensure quality of workmanship meets or exceeds minimum industry standards

Competencies

Technical or professional proficiency to be highly competent in their work

Problem-solving

Putting the team first, working well with others

Relationship building and intrapersonal skills

Using company tools and processes

Daily discipline of time management, learning on the fly, and accepting feedback

Delivers results consistently

Creates a process for one's own work

Creates a process for improving the work and incorporating into existing processes

Process Mapping

Process mapping

Communication Skills

Written and verbal communication

Conflict management

Work Environment Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently be on-site at the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions year-round. The noise level in the work environment may range from low to moderate. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Physical Demands Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position lifts heavy objects, 50lbs or less, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi‑limbed coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time 40 hour a week position and may require longer hours and/or weekend work.

Travel Travel: Out-of-area and overnight travel is expected when need arises.

Required Education and Experience

Licensed Journeyman (can be with reciprocity) in the states that NES is building,

but may consider applicant with sufficient work history.

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Advanced knowledge of safety construction, commissioning, and testing electrical systems

Combination of electrical training and solar PV construction field experience

Ability to manage, train, and supervise others

High school diploma

Demonstrated critical thinking, organization and planning, prioritization, and follow up skills

Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with Procore, or other construction management software

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365

Driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred Education and Experience

NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification

OSHA 30 certification

Fall protection training

Forklift operator experience

Mobile Elevated Work Platform

First aid certified

Competent in customer service and email correspondence

Equal Employment Opportunity Novel Energy Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Salary Description $55-$60/Hour

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