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Aerotek is hiring for a Commercial Solar Electrician with WEEKLY pay!

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced **Solar Electrician** to support commercial‑scale solar installations with a strong focus on electrical system assembly, wiring, troubleshooting, and commissioning. This role centers on rooftop solar projects—primarily on flat roofs—where you will ensure safe, high‑quality electrical installation of solar equipment.

Responsibilities

+ Install, wire, and terminate electrical components for commercial solar systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, conduit, and grounding.

+ Perform electrical work on flat‑roof solar arrays, including installations on water tanks equipped with a 42” perimeter handrail.

+ Read and interpret electrical schematics, one‑lines, and construction drawings.

+ Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and verification of system performance.

+ Work collaboratively with installation crews to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to code.

Essential Skills

+ Proven experience as a solar electrician or commercial electrician working on solar PV systems.

+ Strong understanding of electrical systems, NEC requirements, and construction practices.

+ Ability to work safely and effectively on rooftop installations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior commercial solar experience is highly preferred.

+ Comfortable working at heights on flat roofs and in outdoor environments.

+ Familiarity with conduit bending, wire management, and electrical testing equipment.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance. Employees can participate in a 401(k) with pre‑tax and post‑tax options. Additional benefits include life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, an HSA, transportation benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and multiple forms of paid time off including PTO and sick leave.

Work Environment

This position involves outdoor work and is dependent on weather conditions. The schedule runs **Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM** , with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bergenfield, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bergenfield,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.