Trainee Solar Panel Installer Jobs in Rochester, NY

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GreenSpark Solar creates fiercely local, cost-effective, clean energy options in the Greater Rochester Community. We feel a huge responsibility to succeed at GreenSpark. As a B Corporation, success is directly tied to honoring our triple bottom line of commitments to people (our employees and their families, our Customers and residents of the communities where we do business), planet (our local and the broader global environment) and profits (providing capital to grow, revenue to share among our employees, and a return to our investors). This is important work, and we have fun doing it. Our values are reflected in our workplace — our office is directly powered by onsite wind turbines and solar panels, our fleet includes all-electric and hybrid vehicles, dogs roam the office, and we strive to be an unabashedly inclusive, diverse workplace.

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We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic construction professionals to join GreenSpark’s Onsite Energy Services Solar Installation team! Our team installs mostly grid-tied, roof mounted residential and commercial PV systems, and performs corrective maintenance throughout upstate New York. Ideal applicants have construction and/or electrical skills and are comfortable working on multi-storied roofs and outdoors in variable weather conditions. Positions are full-time, and occasionally require some overnight travel for out of town projects. We are looking for career-oriented individuals interested in becoming solar professionals. We offer competitive pay with a great benefits package.

General Responsibilities:

For all installer levels:

• Install photovoltaic (PV) systems to include ballasted systems on flat roofs, pitched roofs and ground mounted systems. Work will include roof penetrations, mounting of racking systems, panels onto racking, inverter(s) and conduit between solar arrays and inverter(s), wire management, occasional trench work;

• Perform maintenance, service, troubleshooting, and repair of solar photovoltaic systems and ancillary equipment (e.g., batteries, monitoring systems, EV chargers).

• At all times, ensure personal, crew, and job site safety in accordance with Company and OSHA safety standards;

• General construction tasks, and operation of hand, and power tools, with occasional heavy machinery;

• Heavy lifting of modules, ballasts, and installation material to the location of the installation, typically via the use of ladders, cranes or lifts;

• Install to system design specifications that meet the highest quality standards, and in accordance with all applicable codes and standards;

• Support tool management and proper maintenance of personal and company tools and install vehicles;

• Practice the company core values in all daily activities;

• Follow daily instruction of your Crew Lead and Project Managers.

Education & qualification requirements:

• Works exceptionally well with others, competently delegates work, and problem solves

• Mentors less experienced installers on proper installation practices

• Solar experience not required for entry level installers

• Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation

• A willingness to learn

Working Conditions

• Working at varied heights and varied roof types.

• Working in all upstate NY weather conditions.

• Climbing up and down a ladder throughout the workday

• 8 - 10 hour days, 5 days a week starting at 7AM

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds repetitively

• Performing repetitive duties, including lifting, bending and standing for long periods of time

• Travel can be required approximately 50% of the time depending on the sales pipeline.

Preferred but not required qualifications

• OSHA 10

• Background knowledge in solar installation or a related construction trade with an emphasis on roofing or electrical knowledge

Here’s a peek of our benefits!

• Pay Range: $18-30 per hour depending on experience

• On the job training and professional development opportunities provided.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Provided

• 401K plan

• Health Insurance Buyout options

• Up to 3 weeks (120 hours) of paid time off (PTO) annually

• Eight Paid Company-Wide Closure Days

• Sick Leave and GSS Parental Bonding Leave

If you are innovative, collaborative, and want to work at an amazing company, then apply today!

GreenSpark Solar is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind and seek to remove barriers and increase opportunities, access, and advancement for all people. Do not let historical barriers prevent you from jumping on this life-changing opportunity – reach out and ask questions if you have them – we are here!