Solar Installer

Turnkey Solar Solutions•Jackson, MI

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Harvest Solar is seeking Solar Installers to join its Field Crew in Jackson, Michigan. Solar Installers properly install Harvest Solar systems while representing the company’s brand. The work is performed at varying job sites in a commercial construction setting, outdoors 95–100% of the time. The role involves working for extended periods on sloping surfaces such as roofs, exposure to construction-site hazards and weather, and 10- and 12-hour workdays. Overnight travel for periods of 3 to 5 days is required; travel is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday. Compensation starts at $21.00 per hour. Employees receive a $2.17-per-hour premium upon obtaining a commercial driving permit and an additional $2.17-per-hour premium upon obtaining a commercial driver license (CDLA). Overtime is paid at time and a half after 8 hours in a day, Monday through Sunday. Hotel and transportation costs are covered, and a $65-per-day food per diem is provided for overnight stays. Harvest Solar provides paid holidays, accrued vacation and annual PTO. Health, dental, vision, group life, and short-term disability coverage are available, with eligibility and cost-sharing details described in the posting. Voluntary supplemental insurance programs and a 401(k) plan with company matching are also offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid, non-suspended driver’s license.
Interest and ability to obtain CDL certification.
Ability to work as part of a team and follow direction.
Ability to work outdoors in a commercial construction setting and on sloped surfaces, including roofs, for extended periods.
Ability to work 10- and 12-hour days and travel overnight for 3 to 5 days as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience accessing and working on roofs.
Comfort working at heights.

Responsibilities

Install photovoltaic systems according to design specifications, manufacturer guidelines, and company standards.
Assemble and dismantle scaffolding, bracing, and other temporary structures when trained and authorized.
Dig trenches and backfill excavations to prepare installation sites.
Operate construction equipment and machinery when properly trained and authorized.
Load, unload, stage, and organize construction materials.
Assist with site layout, measuring, leveling, and fastening.
Mount solar panels.
Perform routine maintenance on company-owned equipment as directed.
Work with and assist team members, including electricians, project managers, and crew leaders, to support project execution.
Complete solo tasks, such as non-roof repairs or maintenance, with minimal supervision and accountability.
Follow OSHA safety guidelines and company policies.
Remove debris and hazardous materials from work areas according to applicable procedures.
Report safety incidents, injuries, property damage, and unsafe conditions to a supervisor or crew leader, and complete required reports.
Maintain workmanship standards focused on quality assurance, quality control, and customer satisfaction.
Comprehend and follow directions.

Benefits

Nine paid holidays per year.
Paid vacation accrued weekly, with unused vacation eligible for payout and/or up to 40 hours eligible for rollover at year end.
72 hours of annual PTO, prorated during the first year; unused PTO does not roll over or receive a payout.
Health insurance, with 80% of premiums covered by Harvest Solar.
Health Savings Account contributions for eligible coverage under the HSA-compatible plan.
Dental insurance, with 80% of premiums covered by Harvest Solar.
Vision insurance, with 80% of premiums covered by Harvest Solar.
$50,000 group life insurance, including an accidental death clause, with premiums covered by Harvest Solar.
Short-term disability coverage of 60% of earnings, up to a $1,000 weekly maximum, with premiums covered by Harvest Solar.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans available at the associate’s expense.
401(k) plan with company match.
Hotel and transportation costs covered for overnight travel.
$65-per-day food per diem for overnight stays.
Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours in a day.