Lead Solar Technician

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Garber Electrical Contractors, Inc.
A leading electrical contractor providing innovative solutions for commercial and industrial projects.
Oversee and manage solar electrical projects from planning to completion.
15 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Englewood, OH
Field
Company Size
150 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electrical lighting and power
Data networking
Telecommunications
Fire alarm
Surveillance
Access control
Generators
Solar
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial and Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
project management
customer coordination
safety compliance
tool procurement
electrical installation
documentation
  • Closeout the project with a happy and satisfied customer
  • Analyze areas that need improvements
  • You will manage your project by coordinating with customers, contractors, and all trades
  • Always have your required tools as per the tool list, be attentive to and carry out instructions, and be neat with installations
  • Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
  • Always promote and be conscious of safety and have zero safety violations, wear proper PPE, follow company policy, customers policy, and OSHA
  • Order and manage manpower, tools, and materials through vendors each day before the allotted time
  • Maintain a clean appearance (includes vehicle and maintenance)
  • Assist with field training and development of apprentices
  • Make sure all paperwork is completed in a timely manner. Paperwork includes work authorizations, as-built drawings, purchase orders, credit cards, gas receipts, and About Time regularly
  • Include your 'Foreman in Training' as much as possible to teach the duties and responsibilities of a Foreman
  • Customer Service - Maintain and build relationships with all customers you are responsible for and provide exceptional customer service at all times. Zero customer complaints. No unjustified loss of customers or vendors.
  • Perform weekly Tool Box talks and daily Site Safety Checklists
  • Attend job meetings as required
  • Your goal would be to meet or beat the estimated labor hours and material dollars
  • Plan, layout, installation of electrical wiring, roof racking, PV cables, inverters, wiring equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes
  • Once the company is awarded projects, a Project Manager will assign a project to you to manage
  • Promote sales of added items the customer needs
  • Maintain and build relationships with all employees by working well as a team with co-workers and show good respectful communication skills with them.
  • Manage your project from start to finish
What you bring
nec
blueprints
valid dl
leadership
problem solving
travel
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Must be willing to travel and work out of town
  • Must have adequate knowledge of the Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Communicate job status with PM daily or as needed
  • Must be able to perform work in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to work from heights including ladders, roofs, elevated lifts
  • Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit or living heavy objects of 75 pounds or more.
  • Must know how to read and understand Blueprints
  • Be neat with installations
  • Must have cell phone availability with proper voice mail recording for Garber Electric, email, and texting capability
  • Possess great punctuality and ready to work at your scheduled time and for the duration
  • Must know how to troubleshoot electrical circuitry and issues
  • Must have a valid DL
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable through Garber Electric's insurance.
  • Show good Leadership skills and set good examples for your electricians
  • Possess good communication skills
  • Communicate well with the Project Manager and Dispatch. If you do not understand, please ask.
  • Must possess a great can-do attitude
  • Show great Leadership skills in setting good examples while representing Garber Electric
  • You must be willing to make decisions and be accountable for them
Benefits
Information not given or found
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded 1960
Year Established
Garber Electrical Contractors has been a trusted name in the electrical contracting industry for over six decades.
  • delivering high-quality electrical services for large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
  • projects span across multiple sectors, from complex industrial systems to cutting-edge commercial developments.
  • expertise in electrical design, installation, and maintenance, with a focus on efficiency and safety.
  • notable projects include large-scale commercial facilities, manufacturing plants, and intricate electrical infrastructure.
  • embrace new technologies and sustainable practices to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity
  • Trust
  • Knowledge
  • Commitment
  • Dependability
  • Experience
  • To consistently provide prompt, professional and trustworthy service at a fair, competitive price
  • To guarantee excellent customer service
  • To value YOU, our customer, as the most important part of our business
Environment + Sustainability
25-year warranty
Module Warranty
Provides long-term reliability and durability for solar modules.
4 tons COâ‚‚/year
Carbon Emissions Offset
Reduces carbon footprint through solar energy solutions.
30% tax credit
Federal Investment Tax Credit
Leverages federal incentives to make solar systems more affordable.
1-year warranty
Full System Warranty
Ensures peace of mind with comprehensive coverage for labor and materials.
  • Offers commercial, residential and agricultural solar systems including design, engineering, installation, and maintenance
  • Supports third-party ownership and financing, and projects include financial ROI analysis
  • Promotes solar to reduce grid dependence, lower energy costs, and cut COâ‚‚ emissions
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics available
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