Solar Technician

Role: Solar Technician

# of Openings: 1

Location: Grand Rapids area

Compensation: $45,000 to $75,000 per year ($20 to $35 per hour, plus overtime)

Job Overview

Our client, an established and growing regional energy company, is looking to bring on an exceptional Solar Technician to join a residential solar installation and service crew that serves the Grand Rapids area. This hire will be pivotal in supporting our client's growing volume of residential solar installations and service requests. This is a full-time role with our client.

Job Responsibilities

• Following all manufacturer guidelines, installing racking and railing equipment, inverters and other electrical equipment, solar modules, and any other mechanical or structural mounting systems for PV arrays
• Completing the electrical wiring of solar arrays and BOS (balance of systems) equipment
• Performing equipment commissioning, including web portal registration, optimizer creation
• Maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing previously installed systems when required
• Clearly communicating directions to the installation crew members
• Creating daily and weekly work plans for installation crew members
• Providing training to less experienced solar technicians on specific installation techniques using industry best practices
• Maintaining the service vehicle and traveling to customer locations across the Grand Rapids area
• Communicating effectively with customers and managing customer expectations
• Taking pictures and documenting all work completed and uploading the data to the internal company database
• Ensuring all safety standards are met and adhered to
• Ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Code, site-specific safety plans, and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Attending company meetings and training sessions

Successful Candidates Must Have:

• At least 3 years of experience with the installation of residential solar systems
• At least 2 years of experience leading a crew of solar technicians and/or installers
• Experience with conduit bending, wire pulling, testing, and termination
• Experience with equipment and instruments used for commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting electrical and IT-related systems, including (but not limited to): digital multimeters, ammeters, voltmeters, megohmmeters, curve tracers, infrared imaging tools, and digital thermometers
• Knowledge of the federal and local requirements pertaining to photovoltaic electric systems
• Best practice knowledge for roofing
• The ability to work at heights and in extreme environments
• The ability to lift heavy materials up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• A valid driver’s license and a clear criminal/civil background check, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

About Us

With nearly two decades of staffing, recruitment, and talent strategy experience, AEON Staffing Group is a workforce solutions provider and talent consulting company with a singular focus: positively impacting lives by placing the best talent into jobs that truly make a difference. Whether you’re a job seeker looking for your next big opportunity, an employer looking for the talent that will help take your project or business to the next level, or a business owner looking to improve your ability to hire and retain the best that the market has to offer, AEON is here to help.

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AEON Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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