Solar Laborer I - Arroyo II

Mortenson Construction; Colorado; On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Solar Laborer I to assist with preparation, handling, and supply of materials for solar projects. Responsibilities include loading equipment, railing assembly, pile layout, rigging, and general site cleanup.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient material flow while supporting other crafts on the project. Base pay ranges hourly with location-based adjustments, plus comprehensive benefits at Mortenson.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction preferred.
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non-powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, and jackhammers; forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies.
• Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials to be used by other crafts.
• Solar panel install.
• Rigging.
• Racking assembly.
• Torque tube assembly.
• Pile layout.
• General cleanup and clearing of debris.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual tools

Communication

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Tools

Power tools

Forklifts

Job description

Solar Laborer I

Mortenson is currently seeking a Laborer I that will be responsible for the preparation, handling, and supplying of materials to be used by other crafts.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment and materials
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials to be used by other crafts
• Solar panel install
• Rigging
• Racking assembly
• Torque tube assembly
• Pile layout
• General cleanup and clearing of debris
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in construction preferred
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non‑powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, and jackhammers; forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies
• Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs; assistance required for >50 lbs
• Notice: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and may change without notice

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional‑cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑cost mental health tools and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

The base pay range for this role is $18 - $24 per hour. (Actual range is higher for certain office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%; Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%; Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Important Notes

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Job postings typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT). No sponsorship is available.
• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations; no agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or other legally protected categories.