Solar Installer

Center for Energy Education; Arkansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy seeks a Solar Installer to join the team at the Moro, AR project site. The role involves assembling and constructing solar systems using a variety of tools in line with work plans, with additional duties as assigned by project leadership.

Responsibilities include safety compliance, site organization, equipment checks, module and torque tube installation, and quality control to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Experience with solar construction projects preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and work in various positions.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and work in adverse weather.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean job site and organize materials.
• Bolt up clamps for solar panels.
• Hoist and align torque tubes and drive motors.
• Install solar modules and associated dampeners/linkages.
• Tighten bolts to torque specs and verify tooling.

Skills

Solar construction experience

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Solar Installer is part of the team responsible for the safe and successful installation of various solar equipment at the Moro, AR project site. This role utilizes a wide variety of tools and equipment to assemble and construct solar systems in accordance with scheduled work plans. The Solar Installer may also be assigned additional duties as required by project leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean job site and shake out material to the field.
• Bolt up clamps for solar panels.
• Hoist torque tubes into position and align/secure torque tubes.
• Set drive motors.
• Installation of dampeners and linkage between drive motors.
• Set and install solar modules.
• Tighten bolts to the proper torque specifications.
• Receive/stock materials and maintain accurate inventory.
• Quality control for the scope of work.
• When using equipment fill out equipment checklist and verify all items are in good working order, if not report the issue prior to damage occurring. Follow up with supervisor continually if not addressed.
• Maintain tools used for installation to ensure they are in proper working condition and return tools at the end of work shift.
• General cleanup of materials and debris.
• Ability to work in a production environment where daily production goals are set, evaluated, and optimized
• All other duties assigned by site leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age: 18+
• Experience with solar construction projects preferred but not required.
• Prior experience using various tools that are required to install mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, pushing, pulling of material weighing 50 lbs.
• Ability to squat, crawl and work in awkward positions and confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation.
• Unrestricted use of hands, arms, shoulders, upper/lower back, visual acuity, depth, and color perception.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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