Solar Power Office Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

Description

About GRID Alternatives

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service-learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

What it's like to work at GRID...

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. 

Summary of the role:

As a Construction Assistant focusing on warehouse operations, you will lead staging, loading/unloading, stocking and inventory, fleet, tool, and equipment maintenance and management, and overall warehouse operations and logistics. You will purchase, pickup/receive materials and equipment and perform other duties to make affordable energy happen for low-income families and communities. You will also work closely with Construction team members and other departments to coordinate installations, events, and communicate with clients and perform other duties as assigned.

What you will be doing:

•  Take the lead in staging, loading, and unloading equipment, including packing and unpacking parts, boxes, and bins from trucks/vans/trailers before and after installation projects
•  Take the lead with warehouse inventory and organization and fleet, tool, and equipment maintenance and management
•  Take the lead in receiving equipment and deliveries and picking up equipment and materials
•  Order/purchase and stock the warehouse while seeking discounts and/or donations.
•  Train and mentor volunteers, students, and/or job trainees as assigned in warehouse operations and other construction related activities
•  Participate in GRID's equity, inclusion, and diversity work.
•  Perform computer and administrative tasks related to job duties and to communicate with team
•  Other job duties as assigned include: conducting site visits, assisting with/designing and/or installing solar electric systems, coordinating inspections, troubleshooting installations, putting together permit packages, utility interconnection agreements, and assisting with rebate paperwork, equipment purchasing, hardware store runs, equipment unloading and loading, answering homeowner and volunteer questions, talking to media and generally participating in activities necessary to make solar happen for low-income families and communities

Requirements

Your area of expertise:

•  Warehouse, logistics, and/or solar experience
•  Excellent communication skills (ability to work with volunteers and clients, ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively to diverse populations)
•  Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and work effectively and respectfully within diverse teams
•  Flexibility and willingness to embrace change, go the extra mile, and bring ideas and energy to rapidly growing organization
•  Availability to work on evenings and weekends and overnight work trips
•  Valid driver's license and clean driving record
•  Travel throughout San Bernardino, Riverside, and Inyo counties
•  Must be able to carry/lift up to 70 lbs
•  Must be able to work in outdoor weather condition
•  Must be able to ascend/descend ladders

It would be great if you also had:

•  General construction knowledge, experience, and skills
•  Forklift-certified
•  Passion for sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or environmental justice, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place
•  Experience in training and/or working with volunteers
•  Proficiency with Gmail, and Microsoft Excel
•  Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM database
•  Bilingual English / Spanish

Compensation:

The compensation range for this fulltime position is $22-25/hour. The base pay that will actually be offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity. 

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance 

Where you will sit & the places you may go...

The ideal candidate will sit in the Inland Empire- California. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.   

Important to note for California applicants:

 **Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP. 

Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability:

 If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: RECRUITING@GRIDALTERNATIVES.ORG 

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.   

GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.