Electrician

Electrical contractor looking for Electrical Foreman and Apprentices.  BTB Energy is a growing company with over 100 employees looking to hire.  We specialize in renewable energy as well as conventional commercial electrical installations.  We have openings in Chicagoland Area & Travel Solar Electrical work in Central Illinois.

Foreman Applicants must have at minimum 5 years management experience in the electrical field, including job site safety, labor, and material management.  You will need a good understanding of the NEC, and be able to read plans.  You must be able to work well in a team environment, and have reliable transportation.  

Apprentices Applicants must have basic conduit bending skills with at least 1 year experience working on construction sites.  

All applicants must have basic hand tools, safety attire including steel toe boots, and hard hat. 

All applicants must have reliable transportation, and good attendance history.

The current solar electrical projects are at prevailing wage and are located in Central Illinois. Travel Sunday night through Friday is required.  Hotel accommodation is provided. Any solar electrical experience is preferred but willing to train the right qualified electrician. 

Basic Duties for Solar include but are not limited to:

Install AC and DC electrical wiring for solar PV systems

Install battery backup systems

Work in a team environment to complete installation efficiently.

Interconnect solar PV systems with private and utility’s distribution system

Ensure projects meet NEC, state, and local standards

Communicate professionally with others

Occasionally Meet with inspectors to finalize installations

Basic Duties for Commercial and Residential Electrical include but not limited to:

Execute plans of electrical wiring for well-functioning lighting, and other electrical systems

Install electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment

Install safety and distribution components

Connect wiring in electrical

Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through them

Prevent or repair breakdown of systems by inspecting and replacing old wiring and insulated cables, etc.

Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair

Skills

Proven experience as an electrician

Strong knowledge of NEC code

Management skill preferred with ability to provide good directions to apprentices assigned to your team

Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools and electrical drawings and blueprints

Thorough knowledge of safety procedures

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability

All applicants must have basic hand tools, safety attire including steel toe boots, and hard hat.

Must have reliable transportation, and good attendance history.

EMAIL RESUME TO:  bill@btbcontracting.com