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Harvest Solar

Solar Installer - Michigan

Jackson, MI

$21/hr

Purpose of Position We are seeking Solar Installers to work as part of our Field Crew in Jackson, Michigan. Solar Installers are responsible for the proper installation of Harvest Solar Systems while ...

Harvest Solar

Solar Installer - Michigan

Jackson, MI

$21/hr

Purpose of Position We are seeking Solar Installers to work as part of our Field Crew in Jackson, Michigan. Solar Installers are responsible for the proper installation of Harvest Solar Systems while ...

NMRCC

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Solar Installer

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$41.82 - $51.89/hr

If you are an experienced Solar Installer in the field of solar installation this is your chance to advance your career. We are nationally recognized as the largest Millwright organization for over a ...

NMRCC

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Solar Installer Apprentice

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$40.41 - $49.89/hr

If you are an experienced or not Solar Installer in the field of solar installation this is your chance to advance your career. We are affiliated with over 350 millwright construction contractors in ...

Absolute Solar

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Journeyman Electrician

Lansing, MI · On-site

$37 - $44/hr

Purpose of Position This position is a multi-faceted Electrician for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. The Licensed Electrician must be a mechanically minded individual to work in the field ...

Harvest Solar

Construction Estimator

Jackson, MI

$70K - $90K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field is preferred. * 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in solar or electrical ...

Flock Safety

Traveling Field Technician

Lansing, MI · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

You'll work hands-on in the field, adapt to dynamic schedules, and see the impact of your work ... Install, maintain, and service poles, solar panels, batteries, and camera systems across diverse ...

Harvest Solar

BESS Application Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost ... Field Support: * Support construction activities, storage, handling, delivery procedures, and ...

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How much do solar field jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for solar field in Michigan is $61,896.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,700.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in solar field installation and maintenance?

Professionals in solar field installation and maintenance often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, managing physically demanding tasks like lifting heavy panels, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Coordination with project managers, electricians, and other team members is key to ensuring timely and successful installations. Additionally, staying updated with evolving solar technologies and troubleshooting system issues in real-time are important aspects of the role. These challenges make adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving essential skills for success.

What is the biggest problem with solar power?

For a solar field worker, the biggest problem with solar power is intermittency, as sunlight availability varies daily and seasonally, affecting energy production. Additionally, maintaining and repairing large-scale solar panels in outdoor environments requires safety training and proper equipment. Storage solutions like batteries are also costly and can impact the overall efficiency of solar power systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Solar Field Technician role, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Solar Field Technician, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, mechanical aptitude, and typically a relevant technical certification or associate degree. Familiarity with photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar monitoring software, and safety protocols like OSHA certification is vital. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork distinguish top performers in this field. These skills ensure efficient installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of solar energy systems, maximizing performance and safety on site.

Why are people getting rid of their solar panels?

People working in solar fields may remove or replace solar panels due to factors like aging equipment, decreased efficiency, or damage from weather. Proper installation, maintenance, and understanding of panel lifespan are important for ensuring long-term performance and safety.

What are solar field jobs?

Solar field jobs refer to a range of positions involved in the installation, maintenance, and operation of solar energy systems, particularly in large-scale solar farms. These jobs include roles such as solar panel installers, electricians, site supervisors, engineers, and maintenance technicians. Workers in solar fields are responsible for assembling solar panels, connecting electrical systems, conducting inspections, and ensuring the efficient generation of solar power. As the solar industry grows, these roles are crucial for expanding renewable energy infrastructure and supporting sustainable energy production.

What does solar mean?

In the context of a solar field job, 'solar' refers to the use of sunlight to generate electricity through solar panels or photovoltaic systems. Workers in this field install, maintain, and repair solar energy equipment, often requiring knowledge of electrical systems and safety protocols.

How much solar power does it take to run a house?

A solar field technician or installer should understand that the average U.S. home requires about 20 to 30 solar panels, producing roughly 5 to 10 kilowatts of power, which typically covers the household's energy needs. The actual amount of solar power needed depends on the home's energy consumption, location, and panel efficiency. Proper system design and installation are essential to ensure sufficient energy generation for the household.

What is the difference between Solar Field vs Solar Installer?

AspectSolar FieldSolar Installer
CertificationsPV Installer Certification, OSHAPV Installer Certification, OSHA
Work EnvironmentLarge-scale solar farms, outdoorResidential/commercial sites, outdoor
Employer & Industry UsageSolar developers, utility companiesSolar installation companies, contractors
Job FocusManaging or maintaining large solar arraysInstalling solar panels on rooftops or ground

Solar Field roles typically involve overseeing large-scale solar farm projects, focusing on maintenance and system management. Solar Installers are primarily responsible for installing solar panels on residential or commercial properties. Both roles require similar certifications and work outdoors, but their scope and work environments differ significantly.

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Solar Installer - Michigan

Solar Installer - Michigan

Harvest Solar

Jackson, MI

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description


Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. With in-house design, engineering, installation, and manufacturing, Harvest Solar is a pivotal turnkey operation that believes in expanding energy independence today to achieve a sustainable future for tomorrow. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the bestinclass service, products, and experience.
Purpose of Position
We are seeking Solar Installers to work as part of our Field Crew in Jackson, Michigan. Solar Installers are responsible for the proper installation of Harvest Solar Systems while representing the Harvest Solar brand. As a Solar Installer, you will work outside in a commercial construction setting 95 to 100% of the time. Ability to work for extended periods of time on a sloping surface such as a roof. The setting includes outdoor work, working 10- and 12-hour days with exposure to construction site hazards and weather. Work is performed at the job site and locations vary, therefore overnight travel for periods of 3 to 5 days is required. Harvest values our employees work life balance and overnight travel is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday.
Salary
Our compensation package includes an hourly pay rate starting at $21.00. A $2.171/hour premium is paid when you achieve your commercial driving permit, and an additional $2.17/hour is paid when you achieve your commercial driver license. Overtime is paid at time and half after 8 hours in a day; Monday through Sunday. Hotel and transportations costs are covered. $65.00/day food per diem is paid for overnight stays.
The major responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
  • Maintain excellent attendance. When you are not at work, our customer and thereby Harvest's reputation are negatively impacted.
  • Properly represent Harvest Solar through your professional dress, conduct and behavior on the site or with customers.
  • Follow all instructions to ensure that operations are completed in a safe and productive manner and ensuring the quality of our product.
  • Work in a collaborative manner with other installers and electricians to ensure the quality of our product.
  • Active participation in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction and customer satisfaction.
  • Following instructions from construction project managers and crew leaders.
  • Taking apart or constructing scaffolding, bracing and other temporary structures for the construction site.
  • Digging trenches and backfill holes to prepare for the construction site.
  • Accessing and working on roofs including climbing and descending ladders.
  • Using proper safety equipment when working on roofs.
  • Operating equipment and machinery used in construction sites.
  • Loading and unloading building materials.
  • Cleaning the construction site by removing hazards, materials, and debris from the worksite.
  • Assisting craft workers such as carpenters or electricians with their duties, if needed.
  • Lay out jobsites, operate equipment to bore holes or drive posts, pour concrete, fasten, and level racking, mount solar panels, run wiring, and test array output.
  • Perform routine maintenance requirements on company-owned equipment as directed.
  • Report safety incidents to your supervisor/crew leader and complete required accident reports.

You are encouraged to:
  • Stop working on any equipment or process that you are concerned is unsafe and report your concern immediately to the project manager/crew leader.
  • Stop working on any equipment or process that you are concerned is compromising the quality of our product and report the concern immediately to the project manager/crew leader.

Educational and Certification Background
Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid non-suspended driver's license with an interest and ability to obtain CDL certification, in addition to being ambitious, motivated, capable of working with a team and be able to follow direction. The ideal candidate will have experience accessing and working on roofs in some capacity, be comfortable working at heights and capable of working on a sloped surface.
Benefit Offerings
Harvest Solar employees are eligible for the following benefits programs:
  • Immediately after Hire:
    • Nine Paid Holidays per Year. Including: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Eve.
    • Paid Vacation: Vacation time is accrued each week at a rate of .924 to achieve 48 hours in the calendar year. Unused vacation can be paid out and/or up to 40 unused hours can be rolled over at year end.
    • Paid Time Off: 72 Hours are available each year on January 1. PTO Is available to assist you in managing your time off work for personal appointments. PTO does not rollover, nor is it paid out at the end of the year, unused PTO is forfeited. In the first year of employment available hours are prorated based on your date of hire.
  • The First of the Month after the Date of Hire:
    • Health Insurance. The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family).
      • Option 1: Priority Health, HMO HSA 2000 Plan
        • Members must seek care from in-network providers.
        • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network.
        • HSA compatible health plan. An HSA is a tax-deductible savings account used in conjunction with the health plan. Contribution limits are determined by the IRS. Harvest Solar will make the following weekly deposit into your HSA account based on the coverage options: Associate: $10.64; Associate & Spouse: $27.25; Associate & Child(ren): $21.65; Family: $37.55
      • Option 2: Priority Health, Traditional HMO 1000 Plan
        • Members must seek care from in-network providers.
        • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network.
        • Not an HSA compatible health plan.
  • Dental Insurance The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction.
  • Vision Insurance: The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction.
  • Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance, with and Accident Death clause. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar
  • Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your earnings, with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum, are available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar.
  • Voluntary Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at the associate's expense. Plans are organized through Allstate and premiums are paid through payroll deduction.
  • The First of the Month After 90-Days of Employment:
    • Harvest Solar 401k Plan: Associates are auto enrolled at a 3% deferral rate. The plan is administered by Vestwell. Auto enrolled contribution is invested in a "Retire-On-Time" plan. Once enrolled, the associate may make changes that include:
      • Increasing the Deferral Rate to the Applicable IRS Limits: A company match is available. When the associate defers 3%, Harvest Solar matches 3%. When the associate defers 4%, the Harvest Solar the first 3.5%. When the associate defers 5%, Harvest Solar matches the first 4%.
      • Changing the Account Type: Both a pre-tax and Roth account is available.
      • Changing the Investment Type: The plan offers standard plans to address risk or age of retirement, or the associate can customize their own investment.

    • THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS.
    Employment Type: Full Time

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