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*This position will start Mid-April*

SUMMARY:

A Rack & Paneling Journeyworker / Construction Craft Labor Journeyworker leads solar installation crews in assembling and installing all components of photovoltaic systems across ground-mount, rooftop, or canopy projects. This role ensures projects are built safely, accurately, and efficiently, with minimal oversight. adherence to safety standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead installation of racking systems and solar panels according to engineering plans and site layouts.
• Prepare job site and ensure team readiness for each phase of install (layout, racking, modules).
• Skillfully use power tools, ladders, lifts, and other equipment to complete installations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site at all times.
• Train and mentor apprentices; oversee quality of structural mounts and panel alignments.
• Troubleshoot field issues, resolve layout discrepancies, and coordinate with electricians and site supervisors.
• Track inventory, manage racking assembly, and ensure accurate panel attachment per torque and spacing requirements.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Receive and retain feedback and direction from your Foreman.
• Follow directions and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner. Communicate any delays.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• All employees must demonstrate the ability to promote and embody the Premise Core Values: Be Ready to Learn, Own the Result, Build Trust, Do the Right Thing, and Drive to Complete.
• In addition to the above, other required qualifications for this role are:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Completion of Rack & Paneling Installer 4 / Construction Craft Labor Apprentice 4 or 4+ years solar installation experience, including racking and panel systems.
3. Ability to read and interpret complex construction plans and specifications.
4. Extensive knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and techniques.
5. Strong leadership and communication skills.
6. Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
7. Proficiency with construction tools and equipment.
8. Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor, including lifting heavy objects and working in various weather conditions.
9. Ability to adhere to safety standards and practices.
10. Travel overnight to remote job sites up to 80% of the time.

OTHER REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Quick Learner - Learns quickly when faced with new opportunities or situations. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of issues as presented and experiments as needed to find solutions.
• Acting with Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted and seen as a direct, truthful individual. Can present the truth in an appropriate and helpful manner. Keeps confidences. Admits mistakes. Doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times, and acts in line with those values. Practices what he/she preaches.
• Applied Learning - Assimilates and applies new job-related information in a timely manner. Actively participates in learning activities, quickly gains knowledge, understanding, or skill and readily absorbs and comprehends new information from formal and informal learning experiences. Applies knowledge and skills to practical use on the job.
• Continuous Learning and Self-Development - Actively identifies new areas for learning, regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities. Uses newly gained knowledge and skills on the job through their application. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself. Works to deploy strengths.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, lift, squat, push, pull, climb stairs, ladders, hear, see, reach, grasp and use hands and fingers to operate a telephone, power tools, and equipment. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift more than 50 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold, and wet or humid. The employee may work in high places, and/or work around moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and other equipment. The employee may also work in areas where the noise volume is loud and constant. The employee must have the ability to work overtime and to travel to remote job sites approximately 60 – 80% of their work week which will include overnight stays.

Premise Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, veteran-friendly employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.