Entering the solar trade in Corsicana, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 279,447 solar professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in Texas, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $515 per week in Corsicana, with an annual overtime average of $26,736. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $796.5 per week for experienced professionals.
Benefits: • Bonus based on performance • Signing bonus • Training & development GT Solar Maintenance, a leader in solar field energy vegetation management, is hiring Zero Turn Mower Operators to join our regional crews. This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and the chance to work outdoors across Texas, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. Most work will be based in Texas, with a dedicated crew stationed in Colorado. GT Solar Maintenance provides training, lodging for overnight stays, and a supportive team environment. Responsibilities: • Operate zero-turn mowers to mow solar fields, ensuring precision around solar panels. • Follow safety protocols and wear required PPE at all times. • Assist with basic equipment checks and minor maintenance tasks. Qualifications: • Experience with zero-turn mowers or similar equipment is preferred but not required. • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, dust, and rain. • Reliable, adaptable, and willing to learn. • Must have a reliable vehicle or dependable transportation to job sites each morning. Compensation and Benefits: • Daily Pay: $10-$15 per hour, based on experience. • Per Diem: $68/day for meals and expenses during travel. • Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 ($500 after 2 months, $500 after 6 months). • Additional bonuses for attendance, job completion, and performance. • Referral Bonus: Current employees receive $500 for successful referrals ($100 after 30 days, $400 after 90 days). • Retirement and insurance benefits available after 6 months. Schedule: • Work 5–6 days per week, with occasional overnight trips lasting 1–3 weeks. Travel schedules are planned 2–4 weeks in advance. • Typical workdays range from 8–12 hours, depending on the site and weather. Work Environment: • Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including hot, dusty, and wet environments. • Employees must supply acceptable work pants, boots, and shirts. GT Solar provides all other PPE, including face masks, ear protection, gloves, and more. Training and Growth Opportunities: • Comprehensive onboarding and training provided (1–2 weeks). • Ongoing safety and equipment training. • Career advancement opportunities, including potential for management roles. Additional Information: • Candidates must pass a background check and may be subject to random drug screenings. GT Solar values safety, teamwork, and reliability. Join us to grow with a company committed to employee success.
See More Details >>We are seeking highly skilled Renewable Energy Equipment Specialists to join our team at GT Solar Maintenance. As a key member of our regional crews, you will be responsible for operating zero-turn mowers to maintain solar fields, ensuring precision around solar panels. You will also follow established safety protocols and perform basic equipment checks and minor maintenance tasks. Benefits: • Daily Pay: $10-$15 per hour, based on experience • Per Diem: $68/day for meals and expenses during travel • Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 ($500 after 2 months, $500 after 6 months) • Additional bonuses for attendance, job completion, and performance • Referral Bonus: Current employees receive $500 for successful referrals ($100 after 30 days, $400 after 90 days) As a GT Solar Maintenance employee, you will enjoy a supportive team environment and comprehensive onboarding and training provided. Career advancement opportunities are available, including potential for management roles.
See More Details >>We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring. Summary: The Lead Technician will lead a team of Field Service Technicians with operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventative and corrective maintenance of on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, power inverters, and substation components. Requirements: • Mentors and sets positive example for junior technicians. • Collaborates with senior line managers for plant maintenance. • Troubleshoots low voltage DC power systems. • Troubleshoots low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems. • Conducts preventative maintenance on AC and DC power systems. • Identifies faulty or underperforming equipment. • Utilizes hand tools effectively and appropriately. • Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). • Maintains inventory of spare parts and consumables. • Assist in development of site operating plans. • Follows site safety plan and safe work practices. • Adheres to proper Lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) practices and procedures. • Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.). • Interfaces with project subcontractors. • Represents RES in professional manner to project stakeholders. • Responds to physical location within 1.5 hours for emergency calls identified as a priority by Operations Control Center. • Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies. • Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected. • Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures. • Rotating on-call schedule for emergency response. • Presets, supports, and leads by example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude. Safety: • Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly. • Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working. • Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors. • Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly. • Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence. • Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures. • Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing. • Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action. Leadership: • Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations. • Manages one or more direct reports. • Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team. • Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies. • Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group. • Employee Development: • Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities. • Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others. • Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines. Qualifications: • High school/GED General Education required. • Associates Degree related Technical Degree preferred. • Certification OSHA 10/30 preferred. • Certification FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot preferred. • 4+ years or more related electrical maintenance experience required. • 2+ years or more Medium voltage electrical work experience required. • 1+ years or more High voltage electrical work experience preferred. • Intermediate • High voltage electrical power systems. • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) • Advanced, low, medium, high voltage electrical power systems, drawings and circuit theory. • OSHA regulations. • Hand tools. • Job hazard analysis (JHA) creation. • Electrical tools (multimeter, IR camera). • ANSI/NETA/MTS. • SCADA systems. • Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities. • Functional Competencies Include: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Prioritization. • Domestic travel 5-15% required. • Valid Driver’s License required. Anticipated base salary range: $38.46 - $45.19 The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. RES offers benefits that are effective first day of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. These benefits include the following: • Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision • Health Reimbursement Account with employer contribution • Basic Life and Voluntary Life • Short- and Long-Term Disability • 401(k) plan with 4% company match • 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday • Tuition Reimbursement Physical requirements and environment: The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., and Stooping required. Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Pinching, Lifting 5-15 lbs., and Walking required Frequently: Gripping required. Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, and Standing required. Rarely exposed to Wet, Noise, and Vibration in the working environment. Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, and Humidity in the working environment. Frequently exposed to Hazards in the working environment. We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment. RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. #LI-Onsite
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