SolarCorps Workforce Technical Training Fellow
About The Position
The SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice! GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy. We are seeking a full-time SolarCorps Workforce Technical Training Fellow to engage with the workforce team to support GRID’s workforce development initiatives. Members are trained and supervised by GRID's workforce development team to provide employability skills and job opportunities in solar to the community. Members will support GRID’s solar job training programs through recruitment efforts, facilitating technical and employment readiness workshops, and providing placement support. As these trainees gain education and experience, the members also gain skills in solar installation and program management that will be transferable within the renewable energy, education, and nonprofit industries.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States.
- Must be 18 years or older
- 11-month commitment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively
- Comfortable being part of a team
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills
- Interest and enthusiasm for renewable energy, community development, and helping families and communities in need.
- Availability for an in-person Mid-Year weeklong Career Readiness Retreat in California
- Clean, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
- Able to work outdoors, on rooftops, and in extreme temperatures.
Nice To Haves
- Strong computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Google, Calendaring
Responsibilities
- Assist in teaching solar and clean energy workshops and labs
- Attend local events to promote community awareness of GRID’s training programs
- Assist in recruiting and selecting trainees, and follow up if needed
- Assist in trainee installation days
- Support in the creation and documentation of required documents (ex. DAC-SASH projects, IREC Accreditation)
- Participate in solar installations
Benefits
- Stipend pay of $40,800 over 11 months (Approx $21.40.hr) OR Hourly pay of $21.40 per hour
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship OR $3,000 cash end of term award
- 10 days of personal time off and 13 holidays observed by GRID OR 5 weeks paid time off (PTO) and 13 paid holidays
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance OR Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
- Childcare Assistance if Eligible
- Commuter Checks
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
