Neil Kelly has an opening for a licensed Journey-level Electrician to join our Solar team in Portland. This position is responsible for electrical installations, code compliance, and interfacing with electrical inspectors. While the majority of our jobs are residential rooftop installations, the Electrician will work primarily indoors. You will enjoy regular full-time hours with paid vacation and sick time, holidays and weekends free. Join us in creating a more sustainable future!
We offer a competitive wage of $50-$60 / hour, DOE.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Must be a licensed Journey Level Electrician in Oregon (and being licensed in Washington as well is a plus). NOTE: Oregon has reciprocity with Arkansas, Idaho, Maine, Montana, Utah, Washington or Wyoming. A Journey Level Electrician in any these states can get a license in Oregon.
- Be a team player, dependable, punctual and have good attendance.
- Must be a good communicator - written and verbal.
- Must be able to read site plan and single line diagram.
- The physical exertion will include, but will not be limited to carrying, lifting, climbing, crawling, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, and hauling. Each will be expected to lift, on a regular basis, up to 50 pounds unassisted. Must be comfortable with heights. Job site conditions vary greatly.
- Must have license and provide proof of insurance. Regular travel between job sites is required. Neil Kelly will assign a work van.
Day-to-Day Duties:
- Install, retrofit, and trouble-shoot residential and small commercial electrical systems, including solar PV systems, panel and service replacements, branch circuits for remodeling projects, battery storage systems and EV chargers.
- Install wiring, circuits, provide disconnects, and meters per NEC / OESC.
- Install upgrades to load centers, decommission knob and tube systems, and install electrical connections to mechanical systems.
- Supervise and train Apprentices as required.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Meet Neil Kelly Safety standards.
- Knowledge of electrical codes a requirement.
- Familiarity with Oregon Solar Installation Specialty Code.
- Additional responsibilities as directed.
The Benefits:
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
- Cell phone stipend
- Long-term disability and life insurance coverage
- 401k
- Optional benefits including Short-Term Disability, Legal Shield, Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
About Us:
Neil Kelly is one of the largest remodeling companies in the U.S. We provide desirable jobs right here in the Pacific Northwest. We are a certified B Corporation and have been ranked among the 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon. Neil Kelly Solar specializes in the design, installation and maintenance of residential and commercial solar energy systems. We’ve been a leader in the expansion of cost-effective, renewable energy in the Pacific Northwest. We provide a friendly, team-based work environment, competitive compensation and great benefits.
Neil Kelly is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. This is a drug free workplace.
Final candidates will be submitted for a background check, motor vehicle records check and drug screen.
We kindly ask that external recruiters do not reach out regarding this role
