SkyFire Energy is a Certified B Corporation and employee-owned company with offices and staff in multiple locations across Western Canada. We value Safety, Curiosity, Integrity, Gratitude, Team Work, and a Pursuit of Excellence. Our purpose is to build energy for good. We power your purpose!

SkyFire Energy is looking for Electrical Apprentices in their 3rd or 4th year to join and grow within our team!

We welcome candidates with or without solar experience that are interested in a career in renewable energy. This individual will be self-motivated, energetic, personable, and is excited to work as part of a fast-growing company in a fast-growing industry!

What SkyFire offers:

"Safety First, Always" - We prioritize safety above all, fostering a culture where protection and prevention drive every decision.

Work for an employee-owned, Certified B Corp!

A Living Wage Employer, our Commitment to Sustainability, and our Power your Purpose projects are just a few ways we use our Business as a Force for Good!

Build a meaningful career in the solar industry with growth opportunities in residential, commercial, utility-scale, and operations and maintenance.

Our employees rave about our culture and benefits!

Total Compensation:

• Top wages
• Wellness benefits including Dental and Health benefits, and a Health & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Paid Sick Days
• Workwear and Cell Phone Allowances
• Apprenticeship Education Reimbursement
• Option for Banked Vacation Days
• Opportunity to become an employee shareholder
• Employee Recognition Program

What the role offers:

• Compressed work week scheduling (Monday-Thursday) - 3 day weekends!!

• Overtime options

• 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

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 (must haves):

• Active Electrical Apprenticeship recognized in Alberta

• Experience with medium and high voltage terminations

• 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

• Comfortable on ladders

• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, year-round

• Willing to work out of town occasionally

• Reliable transportation to and from work, and a valid class 5 license

• Looking to join a tight-knit team of like minded individuals with the interest of working towards the common goal of a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.

• CLB 7/Intermediate is the minimum English level required for safety protocol

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.