Solar Electric Technician (Installer)

THE COMPANY

OnSite Energy is a locally owned solar power contractor based out of Bozeman, Montana, specializing in solar electric (photovoltaic) project development, design, and installation. OnSite Energy is a Certified B Corporation that is fully committed to using business as a force for good and has met the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. This includes our company's impact on our employees, customers, community, and the environment.

THE JOB

OnSite Energy is looking for enthusiastic, positive, self-motivated individuals to join our solar installation crew. We have a regular flow of commercial and residential solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in Bozeman and across Montana. Ideal applicants have construction and/or electrical skills and must be comfortable working on roofs and outdoors in variable weather conditions. Positions are full-time, and require some overnight travel for out-of-town projects. We are looking for career-oriented minds interested in becoming solar professionals. We offer competitive pay with a great benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Full benefits and job description are available upon request.

POSITION OVERVIEW

A Solar Installation Technician is responsible for the successful and timely installation of assigned projects under the direction of Crew Leader. Works closely with the Crew Leaders and Project Managers to execute on specific tasks within each installation project meeting OnSite Energy’s exacting quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan Installation:

Although most installation planning tasks fall on the Crew Leader there will be times when the Installer will have autonomy in the decision making of specific job site tasks.

Use per-job materials checklist to pack vehicle before leaving for the job. Make sure vehicles are clean, organized, fueled up, and stocked with necessary materials.

Installation:

Track all labor hours per job. Classify for prep work, travel, installation, and electrical work.

Upon arrival at job-site, listen and help plan approach to day’s work based on instruction from Crew Leaders and Project Managers.

Ensure that all safety and quality standards are met.

Basic understanding of construction and electrical toolsets and techniques is required. On the job training available for both depending on job candidate.

Work environment will be in wide range of temperatures and employee is required to be dressed prepared for current conditions. Some uniform stipends are available to employees for clothing purchase.

Work location is often well off the ground. Comfort in accessing work location via ladder and scaffold is a must as is use of fall protection and other job-specific PPE.

Assist in completion of the installation checklist, string map, and photography of job site prior to array completion.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Time Frame:

30 to 40 hours per week between Jan. 1st and Apr. 30th.

Forty hours per week and possible overtime from May 1st through Dec. 31st.

On-call basis and as-needed work available year-round with occasional 40+ hour per week overtime.

Location:

The majority of work is in Bozeman and Gallatin Valley.

Travel throughout the state with overnight stays away from the Valley will take place (see “hardship pay” and “per diem” in the company SOP directory).

Benefits:

Pay is dependent upon experience, ranging from $25.00 to $33.00 per hour.

Paid holidays and paid sick time for all employees, with paid time off increasing with seniority.

Group health insurance is 100% paid by employer after probationary period.

Matched retirement contribution available after one year of employment.

How to Apply

Please apply at this link. Call (406) 551-6135 with further inquiries. We will review applications as they are received and we look forward to hearing from you!

OnSite Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour DOE

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

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