Construction Lean Technician I & II - Solar

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

3d • $28 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Lean Technician I or II to join their Solar Team. This role will assist crew leads and forepersons in applying Mortenson’s kaizen-based continuous improvement approach to enhance work safety, streamline processes, and improve project outcomes. The position is open to candidates with varying levels of experience, and compensation will be determined by factors such as experience and location. This is a 100% travel position requiring temporary relocation to project sites and working on a rotation schedule, with locations varying based on project needs. Mortenson hires for a career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience as a Lean Technician I or construction field leader (Crew Lead, Foreperson, General Foreperson)
• Experience applying lean methods (e.g., kaizen events)
• Basic understanding of continuous improvement principles in various work processes and environments
• Excellent reliability and follow-through on commitments
• Ability to influence through relationship building
• Proactive self-starter with a growth mindset
• Strong sense of curiosity and optimism
• Effectively work with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to work full-time on site in remote locations
• Construction experience (for Lean Technician I)
• Experience applying lean methods (for Lean Technician I)

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with project leadership to support continuous improvement efforts onsite
• Coordinate with project team to plan and execute kaizen events
• Participate in kaizen workshops with the project teams
• Help the project teams embrace lean tools such as: GEMBA walks, Daily Management System (DMS), Idea capture system, etc.
• Reinforce continuous improvement principles and tools post-kaizen events
• Support forepersons in observing work, assessing adherence to standardized work, and addressing abnormalities
• Collaborate with forepersons to encourage crews to brainstorm and implement ongoing improvements
• Assist project team, field leaders, and trade partners in applying 5S practices
• Assist superintendents and forepersons in applying daily planning, work management, and learning approaches
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED