Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar Installer

GreenSpark, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

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Full Time Hourly Manual Labor

Location: Ontario, NY, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Join one of Rochester's Top Workplaces!

We would love to welcome you to the team!

Loyal to People. Loyal to Planet.

GreenSpark Solar creates fiercely local, cost-effective, clean energy options in the Greater Rochester Community. We feel a huge responsibility to succeed at GreenSpark. As a B Corporation, success is directly tied to honoring our triple bottom line of commitments to people, planet, and profits. This is important work, and we have fun doing it.

Our Values:

1. Find Joy
2. Keep it Real
3. Work Together
4. Believe in People
5. Be a Leader

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic construction professionals to join GreenSpark’s Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar PV installation team! Our team installs mostly grid-tied, roof mounted commercial PV systems throughout upstate New York. Ideal applicants have construction and/or electrical skills and are comfortable working on multi-storied roofs and outdoors in variable weather conditions. Positions are full-time and require some overnight travel for out of town projects.

General Responsibilities:

1. Install photovoltaic (PV) systems including ballasted systems on flat roofs, pitched roofs, and ground mounted systems.
2. Ensure personal, crew, and job site safety in accordance with Company and OSHA safety standards.
3. Perform general construction tasks and operate hand and power tools, with occasional heavy machinery.
4. Heavy lifting of modules, ballasts, and installation material.
5. Install to system design specifications that meet the highest quality standards, and in accordance with all applicable codes and standards.
6. Support tool management and maintenance of personal and company tools and install vehicles.
7. Practice the company core values in all daily activities.
8. Follow daily instruction of your Crew Lead and Project Managers.
9. Work exceptionally well with others, competently delegate work, and problem solve.
10. Mentor less experienced installers on proper installation practices.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation.
2. A willingness to learn.
3. Commitment to safety and a willingness to speak up about hazardous conditions.

Working Conditions:

1. Working at varied heights mostly on flat roofs.
2. Working in extreme hot/cold temperatures.
3. Climbing up and down a ladder throughout the workday.
4. 8 - 10 hour days, 5 days a week starting at 7AM.
5. Ability to lift 50+ pounds repetitively.
6. Travel will be required approximately 50% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. OSHA 10.
2. Background knowledge in solar installation or related construction trade with an emphasis on roofing or electrical knowledge.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay.
• Three weeks (120 hours) of vacation time and 12 days (96 hours) of sick leave for the first year of employment, then flexible paid time off (PTO) after the first year.
• Wellness Week (paid collective week off for the entire company!).
• Annual Company Retreat.
• Medical & Dental Insurance.
• 401(k) Option.
• Professional Development Opportunities.

If you are innovative, collaborative, and want to work at an amazing company, then apply today!

GreenSpark Solar is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind and seek to remove barriers and increase opportunities for all people.