Solar Construction Fellow – Community Energy Impact

GRID ALTERNATIVES,

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 43,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays observed

EAP

STD & LTD

AD&D insurance

Childcare assistance

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Job summary

GRID Alternatives' SolarCorps Fellowship in Oakland offers an 11-month paid service term with AmeriCorps options. The Construction Fellow will join the installation team on low-income solar projects and gain hands-on experience in PV installation, permitting, and design.

The role emphasizes community environmental justice, outdoor work, safety, and collaboration with diverse communities. Eligible candidates must meet AmeriCorps requirements and be willing to commit to 11 months, with a focus on

Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older.
11-month commitment.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
Able to work outdoors, on rooftops, and in extreme temperatures.
A passion for environmental justice and clean energy
Willingness to learn skills on the job
Be comfortable in working with diverse communities
Excellent organizational and communication skills
To be eligible for AmeriCorps, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States

Responsibilities

Participate in solar PV installation, service calls, inspections, site visits and system commissioning
Support in material procurement preparation for staging and load equipment before and after installation projects
Assist staff with installation package preparation
Help organize and maintain project information in Salesforce
Assist staff with preliminary designs
Support solar job training program