Entering the solar trade in Binghamton, NY, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers in 2023, with projections showing a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Binghamton, NY, apprentices earn an average of $600 per week, with an annual overtime average of $31,200. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $116,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Title: Solar Laborer - Dickinson Job Description Solar electrical helpers will work on a community-sized solar farm. This is a ground-mounted commercial solar farm. They will assist electricians on the electrical scope of the project, working in small teams to complete the assembly of the racking system. Tasks may include staging materials, pulling wire, completing connections, conduit installation, home runs, and assisting electricians with various tasks. Non-electrical tasks like assembling racking or work site clean-up may also be required. Duties and Responsibilities Include: Work in a fast-paced environment while staying mindful of safety and quality. Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving project safety performance. Check work to ensure adherence to code and specifications. Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored safely. Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse. Unload trucks and stage materials in the field. Coordinate actions with other workers on busy construction sites. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions to problems to choose the most successful and cost-effective one. Work in a production environment where daily production goals are set, evaluated, and optimized. Anticipate and solve problems. Hard Skills 1+ years experience in solar racking or solar electrical work Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/8th of an inch Ability to use hand and power tools Soft Skills Strong work ethic Attention to detail Willingness to work overtime Interpersonal skills and teamwork Critical thinking Job Type This is a Contract position with a duration of 3-4 Month(s). Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Binghamton, New York. Work Environment The project is in an old farm field. Conditions can be wet and muddy. Candidates will also be working in inclement weather. Hours are M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm, and Saturdays 7:30 am-4:00 pm. Saturdays are mandatory when requested. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Seeking experienced, successful Solar Sales persons! This is a ground floor opportunity for a few proven commission based Solar Sales closers only! Not just any Solar Sales person will do. The candidate we are looking for will have documented success in Solar Sales for a period of at least the last 12 months. If you possess the qualities above and can produce the required "receipts" documenting your track record of success in solar sales, should we extend to you an offer to join us the only thing you need to bring to the table is your own computer and high-speed internet access. We will, at our expense, provide you access to a proprietary, turnkey, web-based system which will empower you with everything you need to do business with anyone in the United States from right where you sit. To be crystal clear, ZERO door knocking is involved! All solar sales presentations are made via internet web conference tool, which is among the many things WE pay for! How many hours per day do you currently spend performing non-sales related functions? How much is your time worth per hour? $100? $250? $500? Solar Sales people in our environment have those time-consuming but necessary non-sales related details taken care of for them! We provide administrative staff, at our expense, who assist you with all non-sales-related activities, such as creating proposals for prospects, liaison with installers, project managers and the like. The objective: To allow you to spend as much of your time as possible focusing on what you do best. SELL! Would you like to get complete details about this unique opportunity? If you fit the description of the person we are looking for, please submit your resume and any supporting documents. Those who truly do meet our criteria will be contacted promptly. Employment Type: Contractor Salary: $ 1.00 250,000.00 Per Year
See More Details >>The Assistant Project Manager leads work alongside our Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, develop our employees, and oversee the safe construction of high quality, profitable, and on schedule projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Lead by example in adherence to Quality and Safety Programs • Communicate productively with clients regarding overall project status updates as needed with assistance from PM • Comfortable leading Internal, Client and Subcontractor meetings, providing meeting minutes and follow ups as needed • Familiarize themselves with all requirements and exhibits of the EPC contracts • Maintain internal trackers for quantity and production tracking • Assist PM with all necessary finance functions such as: client billings, project forecasting, risk analysis, vendor/subcontractor payments, change management, and self perform analysis. • Participate in CPM schedule reviews and maintain schedules to ensure timely completion of all milestones. Collaborate with project controls to identify critical paths, flag delays, and adjust resources. • Assist PM in procurement process, scoping, and contracting of subcontractors and vendors. • Responsible for management of subcontractors and vendors, including but not limited to; contract management, change management, notifications regarding Quality or EHS deficiencies and weekly subcontractor meetings. • Employee actively promotes and encourages company culture onsite • Assist PM in pre-EPC bid estimates • Assist with initiatives such as mentoring, training, onboarding and conducting interviews • Responsible to train field engineers and less experienced employees • Conduct interviews when requested • Financial responsibility for assigned vendors, subcontractors, or self-perform activities • Fosters positive and productive meetings between internal teams • This position is field based at our project construction sites Requirements • Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Renewable Engineering, Engineering or a related field • 1-3+ years of relevant construction industry experience, with progressively greater responsibility • Successfully led and managed complex project or portfolios valued at $5+ million • Experience leading, motivating and managing various project team sizes, including internal and external resources, while holding team members accountable • Experience with successfully leading projects to on-schedule and within budget completion • Experience with project start-up meetings, project drawings, project execution plans, and subcontractor and vendor buyouts • Ability to read, understand and interpret contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders • Success in managing subcontractors and developing and executing project changes • Familiar with developing accurate cost to complete estimates, costing and pricing Change Orders, and maximizing profits • Strong proficiency in Word and Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Bluebeam (or similar) • Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills are essential • Solid time management skills with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast environment • Must have a valid drivers license • Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites every 3-12 months throughout your region of the United States • All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire. • An offer of employment is conditional upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check. • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis • The State of New York requires CS Energy, LLC to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the range for this role is $70,000.00 -$95,000.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual's experience and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to CS Energys discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. • CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate ABOUT US CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the companys success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space. We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback. Benefits CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees. • Competitive Salaries • Discretionary Bonus Program • Field Weekend Pay Program • Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility) • Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility) • Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility) • 401K Programs with Employer Matching • Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans • Access to HSA with Employer Contribution • Paid Referral Program • Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care • Access to Short Term Disability • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Paid Parental Leave Program • Volunteer Time Off • Student Loan Benefit Program CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
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