Solar Laborer / Operator- DeRidder, LA

Moss; DeRidder (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss is hiring for field positions to support utility-scale solar projects. Work outdoors on multiple sites across varying weather conditions with hands-on field duties and training. No prior experience is required, and Moss emphasizes growth opportunities and a long-term career. Pay starts at $20 per hour, with potential for overtime, weekends, and advancement as you learn on the job.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Able to walk, stand, kneel, and lift heavy materials.
• Reliable transportation to project site.
• Willing to work weekends/holidays as needed.
• Positive and professional attitude aligned with Moss values.
• Pre-employment drug test is required.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of safe solar project work.
• Operate hand tools such as tape measure, wrenches, hammers, drills, rivet guns, shovels, grinders, and rakes.
• Provide general labor on solar project sites.
• May perform as a Millwright, Solar PV Installer or Quality Control Representative.
• Overtime and longer shifts up to 12 hours may occur.

Skills

Outdoor work

Mobility

Endurance

Weekend flexibility

Positive attitude

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Field Project Address: 1165 Bertrand Rd Deridder, Louisiana 70634

No experience is necessary, so if you are hardworking, have a positive attitude, and would like to learn a trade in Solar construction, MOSS was rated as the #1 Solar Contractor in the country for 2025 and is hiring team members to perform tasks involving construction of utility-scale solar projects on multiple projects. This job requires working outside in all types of weather conditions, while standing and walking for extended periods, and bending, kneeling, and lifting heavy materials. Pay starts at $20 per hour and provides the ability to have growth opportunities with a long-term career and future.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn all aspects of how to be successful and safe on Solar projects
• Operate hand tools including, but not limited to: Tape measure, wrenches, hammers, drills, rivet guns, shovels, grinders, and rakes
• Provides various general labor duties, in the field, on Solar project sites
• May perform as a Millwright, Solar PV Installer or Quality Control Representative Perform other duties as assigned or requested
• Extended hours of work may occur, with a single shift lasting as long as 12 hours
• Overtime and work on weekends and holidays may be required

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather
• Must be able to walk, stand, kneel, and lift heavy materials, adhering to all safety standards
• Must have reliable transportation to and from project site
• Ability to work on weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to convey a positive and professional attitude, adhering to Moss core values
• To ensure a safe work environment, pre-employment drug test is required

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.