**Job Title: Journey Worker Solar Electrician** **Job Description** The Journey Worker Solar Electrician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across New York State. This role requires a thorough understanding of electrical systems, solar technology, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical work, either solar, commercial, or industrial. **Responsibilities** + Install, maintain, and repair solar PV systems, including wiring, inverters, and other components. + Conduct site assessments to determine the best placement and configuration of solar panels. + Ensure all installations comply with local, state, and federal codes and standards. + Perform routine maintenance and inspections of solar systems to ensure optimal performance. + Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to solar PV systems. + Collaborate with other team members, including engineers and project managers, to ensure successful project completion. + Maintain accurate records of installations, maintenance, and repairs. + Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. **Essential Skills** + Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification. + Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical work, with a focus on solar PV systems. + Strong understanding of electrical and solar PV systems. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. + Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. + Strong communication and teamwork skills. + Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions. + Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. **Why Work Here?** This is an opportunity to work with a small and local company in Western New York that has been in business for 15 years and is very stable. The company values employee safety and visibility, and offers the chance to work on prevailing wage projects. Employees are provided with a company vehicle and travel expenses, including lodging and per diem, are covered for traveling projects. **Work Environment** Solar electricians often work on rooftops, ladders, and in other challenging environments. Candidates must be able to work in various weather conditions. Safety is a major concern, and proper safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and working at heights, must be followed. Depending on the job, travel to different sites may be required, especially for large-scale projects. The work can be interesting and varied, involving both small residential installations and large commercial systems. Candidates should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, which may include other electricians, roofers, and tradespeople. The typical work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential overtime and occasional Saturday work depending on the project and season. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, New York. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $83000.00/yr. Company offers 401k, medical, eye, and dental coverage. Company portfolio consists of a large amount of prevailing wage work. They have a great company culture and are very safety oriented. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.