Solar Mechanical Technician

Jefferson Electric; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Company-provided Healthcare

Optional Vision & Dental

Optional 401(k)

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Indianapolis is seeking a Solar Mechanical Technician. This role involves assembling and installing racking systems, performing quality checks, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have 1-3 years of solar installation experience and the ability to lift heavy materials. The company offers a competitive pay range of $20–$30/hr, along with benefits including paid time off and healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years solar racking/module installation experience or general construction with mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and work at roof or elevated heights.
• Basic ability to read plans/layout drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install racking systems, mounting hardware, rails, and modules.
• Follow mechanical layout plans and assist with pre-construction layout.
• Conduct daily quality checks on mechanical work.

Skills

Solar racking / module installation experience

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Read plans / layout drawings

Attention to detail

Job description

Solar Mechanical Technician

Pay Range: $20–$30/hr
Reports To: Solar Project Manager
Travel: Up to 75% (company-paid lodging, transportation, and per diem)

Position Summary

The Solar Mechanical Technician performs racking assembly, module installation, grounding and mechanical balance-of-system installation on commercial and industrial solar projects (rooftop and ground-mount). The role supports the Mechanical Lead or Foreman, ensuring proper installation, torqueing, layout, and quality on solar projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install racking systems, mounting hardware, rails, modules, and grounding components.
• Follow mechanical layout plans; assist with pre-construction layout and staging.
• Perform torque sequences, wire-management installation, module placement, and grounding.
• Conduct daily quality checks on mechanical work, ensuring adherence to specs and safety standards.
• Maintain material inventories, staging, and daily work logs.
• Use tools and torque equipment safely; assist with tool maintenance.
• Participate in site cleanup, array labeling, and support close-out tasks (punch list, commissioning support).

Required / Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years solar racking / module installation experience (or general construction with mechanical aptitude)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and work at roof or elevated heights (use of ladders, lifts, or scaffolding)
• Basic ability to read plans / layout drawings
• Strong attention to detail and reliability

Preferred:

• OSHA 10
• Experience with commercial rooftop/ground-mount solar projects
• First Aid/ CPR
• Fall Protection Certification

Benefits

• PTO
• Company-provided Healthcare
• Optional Vision & Dental
• Optional 401(k)
• Continuing education opportunities