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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:

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Temporary Construction Assistant will assist Solar Installation Supervisors in all aspects of PV installations on rooftops, multifamily structures, and commercial projects. As a Construction Assistant, you will play a crucial role in transforming lives by providing clean energy solutions for income-qualified communities.

What you will be doing (essential responsibilities):

This is a 4-6 month temporary assignment

• Conduct site visits to screen potential sites for solar access and safety concerns
• Conduct energy efficiency audits
• Pull permits in various cities for projects
• Assist on-site on installations of solar electric systems with crews of volunteers and/or job trainees
• Assist installation supervisors in loading and unloading equipment
• Make equipment pickups and handle receiving
• Participate in design and installation meetings
• Compile project documentation for pre/post installation
• Project commissioning: ensuring that all systems are installed, tested, evaluated for performance, and interconnected according to the requirements
• Help maintain job site safety by identifying hazards, ensuring workers have necessary equipment, conducting regular inspections, and planning for emergencies.
• Lead warehouse inventory management and organization
• Other job duties include hardware store runs, answering homeowner and volunteer questions, and generally participating in activities vital to make solar happen for income-qualified communities/families
• Treat clients, contractors, and co-workers, and members of the public with kindness and respect
• Comply with all company policies, including company safety policy

Your areas of knowledge and expertise...

• Experience in solar/general construction skills
• Excellent communication skills (Proven ability to work with and communicate well with diverse groups)
• Ability to occasionally ascend/descend a ladder to work on PV installations
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Ability to lift, move, transport, position, put, install or remove equipment up to 50lbs
• Ability to be exposed to outdoor work environments and weather conditions
• Flexibility and willingness to embrace change, focus and contribute
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Must have a valid driver's license with no history of serious traffic violations, accidents, or points on their record
• Willingness to travel to sites throughout the region (some travel outside the region may be needed)
• General digital literacy in Microsoft Office, Google Suite

It would be great if you also had...

• PV system installation experience (commercial and residential)
• Experience in training and/or working with volunteers
• NABCEP certification
• Passion for sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or environmental justice, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place

Benefits and how we take care of you

Compensation:

The compensation range for this TEMPORARY fulltime position is $21.00-$27.00 per 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.

Where you will sit:

The ideal candidate will sit in Oakland, CA office

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