
Electrical Solar Superintendent
Job Description
Electrical Solar Superintendent
Work Location: Afton, VA
Rate: $55.00 - $68.00/hr (non-exempt)
Per Diem: $120.00/day (7 days per week for those that remain local to the project location)
Mob / Demob: $500.00 each way
Hours: 40+
Position Details:
Two openings are now available for this role
Needed by June 2026
Additional Possible Project Locations:
The Superintendent role will require travel as the Superintendents will be responsible for overseeing several locations. Locations may be located in the following cities, as well as others to be determined:
Afton, VA
Alberta, VA
Pamplin, VA
Perry Township, PA
As a Solar Superintendent, you’ll play a key role in overseeing exciting solar projects while leading a team to ensure safety, productivity, and top-notch quality. Your leadership will be crucial in keeping projects on track, ensuring they stay on time, within budget, and meet all safety and compliance standards.
In this role, you’ll supervise the day-to-day operations of assigned projects, helping to ensure they exceed expectations while staying true to project specifications. You’ll be working on a variety of projects, from solar energy systems to power plants, manufacturing facilities, and renewable energy installations. No two projects are the same, offering you the chance to keep learning and growing in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.
This is a skilled position that requires strong construction knowledge, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to safety and quality. You will need to be flexible, as the job may require answering calls off-shift and working extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
What You'll Do:
Supervise and direct site-specific tasks in conjunction with Project Management and any other involved Groups as it relates to assigned projects
Monitor the activities of subcontractors to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules and prepare 3 Week Look-Ahead schedules for office personnel
Prepare T&M tickets, daily production reports, receipts, and other paperwork as required by the job
Assist with planning the manpower, equipment, and supplies required to execute the job and communicate needs to Management
Ensure that all codes are satisfied, in conjunction with all agencies
Perform regular site inspections for unsafe conditions or practices and respond with recommendations for corrective actions when needed
Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue
Assist, coach, train, and mentor other field personnel as needed
Requirements:
Master Electrical License required; however, the manager is willing to accept a Journeyman License if the candidate has sufficient experience
Must submit a copy of Master Electrical License or Journeyman License for consideration
5+ years of experience in industrial electrical construction, installation, and maintenance
3+ years of solar site construction, installation, and management required
Must possess a Master Electrical License in at least one state, Maryland or VA preferred
Must possess, at minimum, an OSHA 10 certification issued within the last 5 years; OSHA 30 preferred.
Advanced ability to read blueprints, plans and review drawings
Ability to troubleshoot on-the-job issues effectively and efficiently
Strong knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities to include project scheduling, reporting, etc.
Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, safety and construction regulations, to include the NEC
Demonstrated ability to excel under pressure and meet budget and deadlines
Physical Requirements:
Sit, talk, hear, read, write and type
Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations
Work at heights
Please note: This is a contract position. Candidates are paid for hours worked only. No vacation or holiday pay is provided. Benefits may be available; however, they are employee-paid and optional.
JOB NUMBER
#4986
LOCATION
Afton, VA
ESTIMATED DURATION OF WORK
Long Term – Initially 11 months
