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Electrician – Foreman
Lead a solar install crew as the on-site technical expert — own safety, quality, code compliance, and the customer.
Hiring in Irvine, San Jose, Peoria, Joliet, San Antonio, Austin & Houston
About the role
ETW Energy is seeking an experienced Crew Foreman with a track record of consistent, predictable results and continual improvement in safety, efficiency, and quality.
The Foreman is the technical expert on site — providing safety-first leadership to the crew, ensuring every project meets applicable code and OSHA standards, owning 100% site safety, reviewing quality, and serving as the main point of contact for the customer.
What you’ll do
- Establish and maintain a safety-first job site; lead and train crew safety so installs are effective, efficient, and safe 100% of the time
- Supervise, direct, and train crews on proper installation techniques and best practices for timely, quality completion
- Serve as the on-site technical expert, ensuring compliance with applicable code and OSHA standards
- Complete installation and interconnection of the solar array and electrical systems to grid power; coordinate with electricians and technical experts as needed
- Safely install battery systems and complementary equipment
- Be the main point of contact for the on-site customer throughout the installation
- Assist in all facets of the install, including on the roof as required
- Inspect work vehicles and tools daily, weekly, and monthly to keep everything in safe working order
What you bring
- Minimum 1 year of solar experience and 2 years of construction experience
- Experience leading crews of 3–5
- Able to perform all duties of the Installer and Lead Installer
- Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC; electrical license preferred
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications, maintained during employment
- Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and clean MVR
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards for solar installations
- Able to lift 50 lbs frequently (up to 100 lbs with assistance) and work on rooftops of varying pitch in all weather conditions
Benefits
- Benefits package available for full-time employees
- Paid, hands-on training and ongoing safety and product certification
- A real advancement path — Installer → Lead Installer → Foreman
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