Solar Installer (Entry Level and/or Electrical Apprentice) - Residential and Commercial Buildings

2 months ago
Full time role
In-person · Calgary, AB, CA... more

SkyFire Energy is a Certified B Corporation and employee-owned company with offices and staff in three locations across Western Canada.  We value integrity, accountability, perseverance, safety, celebration, and innovation. Our vision is to bring the magic of solar to the world for a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.


SkyFire Energy is looking to build a team of Solar Installers that are excited to work as part of a fast-growing company in the solar industry.

We welcome candidates that are working on their apprenticeship, or anyone in an entry-level position that is interested in starting a career in the solar and/or electrical field. SkyFire Energy provides on-site training and indenture opportunities.


What SkyFire offers: 


  • An industry competitive wage 
  • Comprehensive benefits package (including dental and health benefits, Employee & Family Assistance Program, Health & Lifestyle Spending Account)
  • Paid sick days
  • Opportunity to become an employee shareholder
  • Workwear and cell phone allowances
  • Compressed work week scheduling (Monday-Thursday) - 3 day weekends!!
  • Permanent, full-time positions (work is available 12 months of the year)
  • Ongoing on and off-site training
  • Indentureship in the electrical trade and room to grow in the company
  • The difference of working for a Certified B Corporation (https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/certification/)
  • An enjoyable, modern workplace, including organized staff events, a recognition program, and more!

Primary duties of the job include:

  • Installation of solar electric systems on various slopes of roofs of residential and commercial buildings, as well as commercial ground mount projects                            
  • Ensure crew and job site safety, including proper use of PPE and Fall Protection  
  • Distributing material and solar modules throughout the site, including up and down ladders
  • Using hand tools, both manual and powered, to install racking and modular components
  • Helping with site upkeep as required
  • Providing friendly service to all customers


Qualifications:

  • Ability to carry heavy solar panels and other items up to 60lbs throughout the day
  • Comfortable working on roofs (various slopes), or just a love of heights! - previous roofing experience is considered a strong asset
  • Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, year-round
  • Willing to work out of town occasionally 
  • A valid class 5 license, and reliable transportation
  • Looking to join a tight-knit team of like minded individuals with an owners mindset, and the interest of working towards the common goal of a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.


Assets (preferred but not required):

  • Prior construction/trades experience is preferred, on job training will be provided
  • Solar training and/or solar installation certification (SAIT, NAIT, NABCEP, SEI, etc)
  • Solar installation experience
  • Valid Fall Protection training/certification (otherwise provided by SkyFire)
  • Experience working on sloped roofs (commercial or residential)

Learn more about us here: www.skyfireenergy.com/about


At SkyFire Energy, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our organization. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing world. These values are central for us to achieve our mission to relentlessly lead the solar industry to the benefit of our community and future generations.