Job Description:
Assist skilled renewable energy construction workers in performing their assigned duties by completing a variety of duties, including general laborer duties.
General Requirements:
* Practice safety rules.
* Follow verbal and written instructions.
* Safe use of hand & power tools.
* Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
* Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
* Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
* Must work well as part of a team.
Functional Requirements:
* Measure distances from grade stakes.
* Drive stakes.
* Stretch lines tight.
* Pick up and carry various tools and materials as needed.
* Bolt, nail, align, and block up forms.
* Level earth to fine grade specifications using pick and shovel.
* Position, align, measure, cut, assemble structural frame and pilings for solar module construction phases.
* Clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
* Apply caulking compounds by hand or with caulking gun to seal crevices.
* Grind surfaces, such as concrete, using abrading tools or machines.
* Stage Materials for construction of solar farm.
* Perform a variety of tasks, such as dismantling forms, involving dexterous use of hands and tools. Clean up of job site and general housekeeping/organization.
* Perform other related duties as necessary.
Qualification Standards:
* One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level).
* Written pre-employment qualification test.
* Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
* New Hire Orientation Quiz
* Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace.
* Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.).
* Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.).
Physical Requirements:
* Must comply with company's drug and alcohol abuse policy.
* Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
* Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
* Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
* Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
* Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
* Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
* Must be able to work in various weather conditions while performing labor intensive tasks.
* Personal protective equipment, when required.
Work Environment:
* Location: energy construction sites and/or fabrication shop
* Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site:
* Uneven ground level
* Obstructed pathways
* Work performed at low and/or high elevations
* Work performed in confined areas
* Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site:
* Predominately outdoor climate
* May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
* Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
* Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
* Potential exposure to chemical substances