Seeking an 01 Electrician with Solar & Residential Experience

Company: Solterra Solar
Location: Seattle, WA (and surrounding areas)
Employment Type: Full-Time

🔧 Job Overview

Solterra Solar is seeking a licensed 01 Commercial Electrician to join our growing team. This role will focus on commercial and residential solar installations, battery systems, and service work.

We are looking for someone who is experienced, safety-focused, and comfortable working in both solar and residential environments.

✅ Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and commission commercial solar PV systems


• Support battery/energy storage installations


• Perform electrical work on residential solar projects


• Interpret plans, single-line diagrams, and electrical schematics


• Lead or support crews on job sites


• Ensure all work meets NEC, local codes, and safety standards


• Coordinate with project managers and inspectors


• Perform service calls and system troubleshooting as needed

🎯 Qualifications

• Active Washington State 01 Journeyman Electrician License (required)


• Commercial electrical experience (required)


• Solar (PV) installation experience (preferred)


• Residential electrical experience (preferred)


• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Inverters (SolarEdge, Enphase, etc.)
  
  
  • Battery systems (Franklin, Enphase, etc. – if applicable)
  
  
  
  


• Ability to work on roofs, ladders, and in outdoor conditions


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills


• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

💪 What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and self-motivated


• Takes ownership on job sites


• Comfortable working with both crews and independently


• Good communication with team and customers


• Detail-oriented with clean, code-compliant installs

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage (DOE)


• Overtime opportunities


• Out of town jobs with per diem paid per night


• Health, dental, vision insurance


• Paid time off


• 401(k) / matching (if applicable)


• Company vehicle or travel reimbursement (if applicable)

🚀 Why Join Solterra?

• Established solar company with strong project pipeline


• Mix of commercial, residential, and battery work


• Opportunity to grow into leadership roles


• Work with a skilled, experienced team