Inspection Technician- IL

About SpartanX LLC

At SpartanX, our approach is straightforward: we pair top-of-the-line solar technology with unmatched value. We deliver reliable solutions for homeowners while empowering our teams to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact. To be a Spartan means to lead with purpose, embrace challenges, and create meaningful change. Our mission is driven by innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in solar energy. Join our community of professionals shaping the future of clean energy, where every project reflects our promise of Solar Done Right.

About This Role

We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Inspection Technician to join our Illinois operations. In this role, you will be the last line of quality assurance before a solar installation is closed out, ensuring every system meets or exceeds local code requirements, utility standards, and SpartanX quality benchmarks. You won't just identify issues; you'll resolve them.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct final inspections on residential and commercial solar installations across Illinois, ensuring full compliance with NEC, local AHJ requirements, and utility interconnection standards

- Identify and correct common on-site inspection failure points, including labeling deficiencies, grounding issues, conduit compliance, inverter placement, and string configuration errors

- Serve as the primary point of contact during municipal and utility inspections, representing SpartanX professionally with inspectors and officials

- Document inspection results, corrective actions taken, and sign-off status using company systems

- Collaborate with install crews and project managers to communicate recurring issues and drive upstream quality improvements

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Illinois-specific code amendments, utility requirements, and evolving solar installation standards

- Support the broader operations team with technical guidance on code compliance questions as needed

Qualifications

- 3+ years of hands-on solar installation or inspection experience, with a strong working knowledge of residential PV systems

- Demonstrated ability to correct common inspection failure points independently and without supervision

- Deep familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application to solar PV systems, including Illinois-specific local amendments

- Experience navigating the AHJ inspection process — you know how to communicate with inspectors and get systems approved

- NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification or equivalent strongly preferred.

- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred

- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; this is a field-based role with travel across Illinois job sites

- Strong attention to detail, self-direction, and the ability to manage multiple active inspections simultaneously

- Proficiency with mobile inspection tools, documentation platforms, and basic office software

What We Provide:

- Health Insurance offered

- Vehicle Compensation (Choose One):

- - $400 monthly car stipend + $0.22 per mile, or - Use your own vehicle + $0.72 per mile

- Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth

- Supportive team environment focused on safety and quality

Legal Disclaimer

SpartanX is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

The pay range for this role is:

20 - 28 USD per hour(Peoria, IL)