Solar and Weatherization Installer

Highlands Energy Services Published: October 11, 2019
Location
Fresno, CA
Skill Level
Entry Level
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Energy / Skilled & Technical Labor

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Description

~ At Highland Energy we’ve been focused on providing clean energy solutions to homes, businesses and the community since 1985. Our partnerships with the largest utility companies in California have allowed us to provide energy education and upgrades to more than 300,000 Central Valley residential customers. ~

Position Overview

The Solar and Weatherization Installer I is part of the Solar installation and Weatherization team, under supervision of the Crew Lead and reporting to Operations Manager. Solar experience is a must and a background in general construction or weatherization programs is preferred. Travel and overnight stays will be necessary on frequent occasion.

Schedule: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm (hours will vary).

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Successfully complete required training (per Weatherization Specialist Training Plan) before beginning work and all other training as stated in the Weatherization Specialist Training Plan as trained by the company
  • Successfully complete solar on-the-job-training as needed to comply with quality, safety and company culture standards
  • Participate in the installation of the roof portion of the PV system, including, but not limited to: Layout and assembly of solar modules/array, mounting hardware, and electrical equipment
  • Participate in the installation of weatherization measures as per the LIWP Farmworker Program guidelines, and as trained. Measures include, but are not limited to: lighting and small fixture replacement, energy measure installation, weather-stripping, water heater blankets, small appliances, water-saving measures installation, ceiling fans
  • Document completion of finished jobs and upload roof photos to customers folder
  • Maintain a clean job site
  • Communicate job status to Crew Lead to assure the successful completion of all jobs when on site
  • Deliver exceptional customer service to provide the perfect experience throughout the process
  • Attend safety meetings once a week
  • Additional duties required as needed

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-year roofing experience; including metal, concrete tile, clay tile, comp, shingle, or wood shake
  • Ability to work in challenging environments (hot sun, cold, wind, tight spaces, etc.)
  • Capable of standing for long stretches of time and working at heights (on rooftops, climb ladders and stairs)
  • Ability to safely handle tools and materials commonly found in the construction and solar industries, such as: ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
  • Weatherization experience preferred, but not required
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during work, including but not limited to peers and customers
  • Ability to operate a computer and smart phone for communication and uploading
  • Current Driver’s license, and clean drivers abstract

Requirements:

  • Clean driving and background record
  • Valid CA Driver's License
  • Travel will be required at times
  • Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, climb, crawl, push, pull, reach, sit, stand, climb ladders, and work with various tools and equipment
  • Must be able to operate a pallet jack and forklift
  • Have to ability to listen, understand, and communicate in writing and verbally
  • The employee will frequently be required to lift objects up to 75 pounds

Compensation

  • We offer employees working full-time comprehensive benefits, including health coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401K, 8 paid Holidays off, and Sick Leave.

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