Solar Installation Supervisor

GRID Alternatives (www.gridalternatives.org) is a non-profit organization that provides energy efficiency and renewable energy services to low-income families. Our main program is the Single Family Solar Affordable Housing (SASH) Program which installs solar electric systems for low-income homeowners with volunteers and job trainees.

We are looking for a full-time, experienced Solar Installation Supervisor to oversee all aspects of PV installations on the homes of low-income families.


Job Duties

•Responsible for all technical and safety aspects of PV installations

•Design and engineer small, residential solar electric systems

•Review designs for compliance with GRID Alternatives design standards and local and national code compliance

•Train team leader volunteers in solar electric installation

•Lead 3-4 installations per month of solar electric systems with crews of volunteers and/or job trainees

•Ensure that all solar installations are installed according to GRID Alternatives safety and quality standards

•Assist in warehouse organization, organization of tools and other construction resources, etc. . .

•Work with and report to Program Director on meeting production goals

•Acquire and maintain electrical licensure in new service territories



Position Requirements

-Electrical Licensing in one or more Jurisdictions in NY, NJ, CT Tri-State area.

-Experience in PV system installation, design, and troubleshooting

-Experience leading a crew in PV installation

-Excellent communication skills (ability to work with volunteers and clients, ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively)

-Flexibility and Willingness to embrace change, go the extra mile, and bring ideas and energy to a rapidly growing organization

-Willingness to work on evenings and weekends

- Valid Drivers license and clean driving record

- Extensive travel throughout Tri-state Area.


Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or environmental justice, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place

• Experience in training and/or working with volunteers

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Sketchup or AutoCAD

• NABCEP certified


Office Location

A large portion of the work for this position will be conducted at construction and residential sites located throughout the New York, New Jersey & Connecticut Tri-State area. Office work will be at our office located in the Gowanus section of Brooklyn.

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications - plus health, dental, vacation, and 403b retirement