Job Description Job Description Job Title: Electrician – Residential & Solar | Shenandoah Valley, VA
Company: Absolute Energy
Pay: $28–$42/hr DOE (Journeyman)
Job Type: Full-Time
About Absolute Energy
Were a Class A licensed solar and electrical contractor based in the Shenandoah Valley serving the Waynesboro, Staunton, Harrisonburg, and Charlottesville areas. We install solar systems, battery storage, EV chargers, generators, and handle full residential electrical — from panel upgrades and service changes to new construction wiring. Were a small, growing crew led by a licensed Master Electrician with deep expertise in both traditional electrical and solar energy systems.
What Youll Do
Perform residential electrical work: panel upgrades, 200A/400A service changes, rewires, new construction rough-ins, and trim-outs
Install and wire EV chargers, backup generators, and battery storage systems
Support solar PV installations (wiring, inverter connections, rapid shutdown, interconnection)
Read and interpret blueprints, single-line diagrams, and plan sets
Pull permits and coordinate inspections with local AHJs
Maintain clean, professional job sites and document work using CompanyCam
Communicate directly with homeowners and GCs on active projects
What Were Looking For
Virginia Journeyman Electrician license (DPOR) preferred — strong apprentices (3rd/4th year) also encouraged to apply
Solid understanding of the NEC and residential electrical systems
Valid drivers license with a clean record
Ability to work on roofs, in attics, crawlspaces, and outdoors in all seasons
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or alongside our team
Positive attitude and willingness to learn solar and energy storage systems
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay ($28–$42/hr for journeymen, DOE)
Hands-on training in solar PV, battery storage (Franklin, Sol-Ark, SolarEdge), and EV charger installation — skills that are the future of this trade
Work directly under a Master Electrician who will invest in your growth
Variety of project types — no two days are the same
Small company culture: your voice matters, your work is noticed, and theres real room to grow into a lead or foreman role
Not the right fit? Know someone who might be? We appreciate referrals.
Absolute Energy is an equal opportunity employer.