Solar Apprentice Installer

Sebastopol CA

Description

Job Description: We are looking for a motivated and dedicated team member to join our growing, full-service solar company. The ideal candidate is one who has a sincere interest in building a career in the solar industry and eager to contribute to the delivery of best-in-class design, installation and customer service. The Solar Installer Apprentice will work directly for the lead installer in the field conducting solar installations. Daily work includes all facets of a solar installation, including roof work such as roof penetrations, racking, module mounting, electrical wiring, rooftop and attic conduit mounting and bending, as well as occasional ground based work such as mounting conduit and running electrical wiring to solar inverters. Occasional mid-week travel to Bay Area required. Responsibilities: • Create positive impression of installation services through polite, professional and courteous interactions with the customer • Roof, attic & ground install work as directed by Lead Installer • Layout and mount hardware on a variety of roof types (i.e. secure & wire solar modules) • Complete projects within given time frame while maintaining high quality workmanship and jobsite safety • Jobsite care & cleanliness • Pre & post install loading & cleaning work truck and trailer Qualifications: • 1-2 years’ labor experience as roofer, carpenter or related trade • Agility and ability to get up on a roof; no fear of heights • Ability to safely lift 70 lbs. • Familiarity with jobsite safety and fall protection preferred • Physically coordinated and experienced in handling general construction tools ( i.e. hammer, screwdriver, wire strippers, channel locks, pliers, sockets and rachet, power drill, SawZall, impact driver, etc.) • Ability to safely handle construction materials such as ladders, inverters, batteries, solar panels, panel boards, and assorted electrical equipment. • Clean driving record and must have reliable means of transportation • Timely and consistent attendance required Physical Requirements/Demands: • Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours/week • Ability to work in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, crawl spaces, attic, etc.) • Ability to work in various physical positions for extended periods of time including standing, bending over, kneeling, squatting • Ability to walk on uneven and/or unpaved surfaces