Independent Contractor - Commission-Based Edison Inspector (Inland Empire)

ABOUT PACE

Founded in 1975, Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) is a local community nonprofit dedicated to serving the region's diverse communities. What started as job training for the Asian Pacific Islander communities has grown into a full-service organization serving a diverse community of 40,000+ people annually across programs including: Employment, Business Development, Early Childhood Education (Head Start) Affordable Housing, Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs. With 350+ staff, PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs. PACE is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients.

PACE ENERGY in particular helps reduce energy burden by providing utility bill assistance, energy conservation education, outreach, weatherization services, and energy efficiency upgrades to low income families and individuals across Los Angeles.

Learn more at:
https://pacela.org/
https://pacela.org/our-work/energy/

PACE is seeking experienced INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS to perform Edison-related inspections for residential and commercial electrical and solar projects throughout the Inland Empire. Contractors will verify installations, ensure compliance with SCE standards, and submit photo-documented inspection reports using mobile tools.

This is ideal for individuals who already operate their own inspection, energy, electrical, or solar services business and want to add consistent, flexible contract work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform field inspections for Edison-related work (solar, panel upgrades, meter changes, NEM/PTO, service upgrades, etc.)
• Verify compliance with SCE guidelines, electrical codes, and safety standards
• Take site photos and complete digital inspection forms
• Communicate results with homeowners, contractors, and internal teams
• Provide corrective action notes when needed
• Manage your own schedule, routes, and workload as an independent business
• Submit completed inspections within required timelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Experience in electrical, utility, inspections, solar, or related fields
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and jobsite safety
• Must operate as a 1099 independent contractor
• Reliable transportation, smartphone, and basic field tools
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to work in varying weather and jobsite conditions

Preferred
(These are preferred but not required. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet preferred qualifications):

• HERS Rater Certification
• Previous Edison/SCE inspection experience
• Electrical contractor or journeyman experience
• Certifications such as ICC, NABCEP, etc.

COMPENSATION

• Commission paid per completed inspection
• Rates vary based on inspection type and travel distance
• Additional pay available for complex or rural inspections
• Weekly payments for approved inspection reports

CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

• Provide your own vehicle, tools, PPE, and mobile device
• Maintain auto insurance (liability insurance recommended)
• Ability to invoice for completed work
• Operate as your own business entity (1099 structure)
• Maintain professionalism and safety standards at all times

HOW TO APPLY

All applicants MUST apply on our website and submit /upload the following information: https://pacela.org/about/work-at-pace/

• Resume or Summary of experience
• Service areas within the Inland Empire
• HERS certification status (if applicable)
• Schedule of Availability
• Business or contractor information (if established)