Residential Electrician

Help launch Sunrun’s brand-new St. Louis branch! As America’s #1 home solar and battery company, we are seeking an experienced Non-Certified Electrician to join our team starting now! As a key member of our launch team, you will spend your first few months gaining hands-on leadership experience alongside our established Chicago team before permanently running installation crews out of our new St. Louis branch when doors open in early 2027. Through our Power+ program, we invest heavily in your skills and career development, offering cross-training across solar, battery, and service operations to build long-term job security.

Responsibilities

Lead or assist in the installation of electrical systems interconnecting residential solar arrays and battery storage systems to the power grid; Perform Main Panel Upgrades (MPUs), troubleshoot system issues, resolve electrical problems, and assist with necessary repairs or commissioning; Support the PV installation crew on-site and step up to lead the crew when the Foreperson is absent; Ensure work meets high workmanship standards, complies with current NEC and local codes, and strictly adheres to OSHA safety standards and Sunrun practices; Coordinate with local inspectors as assigned, and work closely with homeowners and branch teams to deliver a top-tier customer experience

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Must possess 75% of the hours required to sit for state-specific electrical certification exams (Certified Electrical Trainee preferred or required depending on state regulations); Hands-on electrical installation and repair experience, including work with wiring up to 600 VDC / 480 VAC; Working knowledge of NEC codes; Ability to interpret single-line drawings/PV system schematics from roof to meter; Solid understanding of solar interconnection principles and basic construction; Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (ability to pass a driving background check); Strong troubleshooting and logical decision-making skills; Customer focus and a results-driven attitude with the ability to lead when necessary; Ability to regularly transport materials and equipment up to 50 lbs (and up to 100 lbs with assistance); Comfortable working on rooftops at various pitch angles, walking on rafters/shingles without causing damage, and maneuvering in attics, basements, or crawl spaces; Ability to work safely while wearing heavy protective equipment, including arc flash suits, gloves, face shields, and fall protection harnesses; Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions (extreme heat/cold, humidity, wet environments), low-light or full-sun settings, and around standard chemical materials; Fine motor skills (manipulation, grasping, pinching), normal color vision (ability to distinguish wiring colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green), and clear hearing for safety commands

Nice to have

Working knowledge of replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels

Benefits

Power+ program with cross-training across solar, battery, and service operations; Rotation schedule of 2 weeks on-site in Chicago followed by 4 full days off at home in St. Louis; Dedicated company vehicle provided for travel and work use; Full hourly compensation for time spent traveling between St. Louis and Chicago; 100% company-paid hotel accommodations; Daily per diem