Solar Installation Technician
Midwest Solar Power is looking to hire an installation technician to add to our team of skilled installation staff. The ideal candidate will have past construction experience however we will considered candidates with a variety of background experience if the passion and interest in working in the renewable energy industry exists.
Pay: $22-$30/hour DOE
Full job details below. To apply please email your resume to the email listed in the CL-reply email.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Solar Installation Technician is responsible for safe, high-quality installation and maintenance of residential and commercial solar PV systems.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in creating bill of materials for jobs.
Loads and transports required equipment, materials, and tools to installation site.
Follows all applicable safety standards and guidelines.
Configures solar PV system and ancillary services based on layout plan, site conditions and direction of Solar Installation Crew Leader.
Installs PV system support structures and modules.
Installs and wires together module level electronics (DC optimizers and microinverters).
Follows all applicable building standards and codes when installing solar PV systems and ancillary services.
Tests string voltages.
Cleans up installation site leaving no tools or debris on-site.
Performs routine maintenance on PV systems.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret layout plans.
Basic knowledge of solar PV systems.
Basic knowledge of building construction principles and practices.
Basic knowledge of electrical wiring and equipment.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
At least 1 year of Solar PV installation experience, preferred.
At least 1 year of construction work, preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work on roofs at great height.
Ability to work in all types of weather, including heat and cold.
Long periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.