Commercial Solar Electrician
Commercial Solar Electrician
Closes 04-Sep-2025 (MST) Boulder/Denver Denver, CO, USA 36.00-42.00 per hour Starting pay dependent on related experience and licensure Hourly Full Time Health insurance, Vision, Dental, PTO, 401k plan, RTD EcoPass, workwear provided, PPE provided, power tools provided, tuition coverage for IECRM for further licensure, opportunity for co-ownership
Why Apply?
Do you want to be part of the shift to clean, renewable energy? We are looking for experienced CO-licensed electricians (JW), no previous solar experience required. Advance your career with our exclusive on-the-job training program and tuition coverage, where you'll build the skills and knowledge to succeed in the growing solar industry. Are you interested in competitive wages, generous time-off and holidays, and a strong benefits package? At Namaste Solar, you'll also have the opportunity to become a co-owner in our inclusive and transparent cooperative business, which provides the option to profit-share. And, we're not the only ones that believe our employee-owned model is a force for good in our communities. We've been awarded B Corp's Best for Workers and Outside Magazine's Best Places to Work 7+ years in a row.
Overview
The Solar Energy industry is growing rapidly and Namaste Solar is uniquely positioned to grow with it. Namaste Solar is seeking Licensed JW electricians that want to join an experienced and dedicated team of solar experts. Namaste Solar builds commercial solar systems ranging from roof mounted systems less than 100kW to utility scale ground mount solar PV systems up to 10MW from start to finish. The candidate for this role will be a collaborative team player with exceptional communication skills, a desire to learn the electrical trade, and the capacity to work both autonomously and with a team. This role works with our Lead licensed Journeyman Electricians to install the electrical AC portion of our projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Includes but not limited to:
Learn from, take direction from, and perform tasks under the supervision of licensed commercial electricians, team leads, and construction managers
Work safely in accordance with all relevant safety standards including OSHA and Namaste Solar Safety Programs
Keep a clean workspace/jobsite at all times
Work on the ground, on ladders, on lifts, and on roofs with varying pitches and heights
Work in adverse weather conditions as needed (rain, snow, variable temperatures)
Become familiar with and continue to learn all relevant Electric Code (NEC) requirements for electrical installations
Install conduit, pull wire, dig and backfill trenches, set and hang electrical equipment, build racking, place ballast block, install modules, and other relevant tasks to building our projects
Be dependable and on time for all required work
Continued evolution of skills and knowledge with PV installations
Travel to jobsites from home location daily
Skills and Qualifications:
Includes but not limited to:
Minimum JW license
Commercial electrical experience
OSHA 10 certification
Excellent teamwork skills and contributor to a positive team environment
Effectively coordinate and communicate with others
Able to listen, understand, and act on direction without difficulty
A commitment to high ethical standards
Support for the JEDI (Justice, Equity, , and ) efforts at Namaste Solar
Flexible with scheduling as needed including overtime
Reliable transportation to jobsite locations
You don't need to have these, but you'll be even more prepared for the job if you have:
Experience working on a commercial construction site
Experience installing large commercial (>100kw) PV systems
Experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment
OSHA 30
NFPA 70E
NABCEP Certification
Office Location:
Denver/Boulder with travel from home to job site a daily expectation
Physical demands & Work Environment:
Physical demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Driving required to site locations.
Work environment:
The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. Work environment changes can be expected. Work environment is outdoors on the ground and on roofs with infrequent warehouse/office activities. On our project sites, exposure to dangerous electrical gear and wiring, as well as other construction-related hazards, is possible. The daily temperature outside varies from hot to cold depending on the season. Exposure to adverse weather is possible (rain, snow, wind).
Travel:
Daily travel from home to jobsite is required. Travel to project locations requiring overnight lodging (travel/lodging per diems included) is infrequent but can happen.
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting compensation per hour depending on experience and years with a License
Regular 4-day 40 hour work weeks with required overtime as scheduled by construction managers
IMPORTANT: For Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 5-day 50 hour work weeks will be expected due to volume of work
Paid time off including Sick Pay, Designated Holidays, Floating Holidays, and Vacation
We offer CIGNA health insurance and dental insurance within the first 30 days
Life insurance, short- and long-term
401k plan
Voluntary life insurance
Paid volunteer time
Employee assistance program
EcoPass to ride RTD
Discount to put solar on your home
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of , , , , , , , protected veteran status, , or any other factors prohibited by law.