Traveling Solar Field Service Electrician

Licensed Commercial Electrician | Prevailing Wage | $55-$125/hour | Full-Time | 100% Travel

Location: Based out of Sycamore, IL (Travel throughout Illinois)

Pay: $55.00-$125.00/hour

Job Type: Full-Time

Power America's Renewable Energy Future

Are you a licensed electrician looking for something beyond the same job site every day?

Our client is an industry leader in utility-scale renewable energy, and we're looking for an experienced Traveling Solar Field Service Electrician to maintain and troubleshoot large-scale solar facilities throughout Illinois.

This is an outstanding opportunity for electricians who enjoy solving technical problems, working independently, traveling, and expanding their expertise in one of the fastest-growing industries in America.

If you're looking for a career—not just another electrical job—this could be exactly what you're looking for.

Why You'll Love This Position

✔ Earn $55-$125/hour plus prevailing wage opportunities

✔ Full-time, year-round work

✔ Company-paid travel accommodations

✔ Work on cutting-edge utility-scale solar facilities

✔ Build highly specialized renewable energy experience

✔ Work independently with the support of an experienced technical team

✔ Excellent long-term career growth in a rapidly expanding industry

✔ Safety-first culture

What You'll Do

As a Traveling Solar Field Service Electrician, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing utility-scale solar energy systems that power thousands of businesses.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility-scale solar sites
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues
• Test, repair, and replace electrical equipment
• Service solar inverters, transformers, switchgear, combiner boxes, and associated equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and one-line diagrams
• Perform electrical testing and diagnostics
• Complete service reports using tablets and mobile applications
• Work directly with customers and internal engineering teams
• Follow OSHA, NEC, and company safety standards
• Travel extensively to project sites throughout Illinois

Qualifications

Required

• Current Illinois Electrician License (Journeyman or equivalent)
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience reading electrical schematics and one-line diagrams
• Mechanical aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check, MVR, and drug screen
• Comfortable traveling up to 100%

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following is highly desired:

• Utility-scale solar
• Solar PV systems
• Commercial electrical
• Industrial electrical maintenance
• Power generation
• Inverters
• Switchgear
• Transformers
• Commissioning & startup
• Renewable energy
• Preventive maintenance
• NEC compliance

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Walk, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods
• Climb ladders and stairs
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Work safely on uneven terrain
• Overnight travel as needed

Ideal Background

This opportunity is a great fit for experienced:

• Journeyman Electricians
• Industrial Electricians
• Solar Technicians
• Solar O&M Technicians
• Field Service Electricians
• Electrical Maintenance Technicians
• Power Generation Technicians
• Renewable Energy Technicians
• Commissioning Technicians
• Wind or Solar Service Technicians

About Express Employment Professionals

Express Employment Professionals is one of the nation's leading staffing firms, connecting skilled professionals with outstanding career opportunities. We partner with respected employers who invest in their people and provide long-term career growth.

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Electrical Panel Installation