Entering the solar trade in Elko, NV, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs typically last about two to three years, requiring extensive hands-on training under experienced professionals. The solar industry has seen significant growth, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting 279,447 solar professionals nationwide and projecting a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Elko, NV, solar trade professionals can earn an average weekly wage of $630, with experienced workers often surpassing $1,300 weekly. Vocational training centers, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Position Description: Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Project Engineer I/II to join the Site Based Solar projects team. The successful candidate will assist and support team members with assigned aspects of solar projects. At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. Responsibilities: • Assist project team in analyzing problems as assigned and help develop solutions to remediate • Interface with operations staff and departments to obtain customer input and support of designs • Interface with environmental department to ensure all permitting is in place to prevent delays to construction, commissioning, and operation of capital projects • Learn and understand the capital allocation process and assist in assembling supporting documentation • Learn and understand how to prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor engineering projects to ensure they stay within the constraints of time, cost, and scope • Learn and understand how to develop proposals and cost estimates, including required equipment, materials, personnel, and other peripheral services • Learn and understand how to develop resolutions to problems associated with a projects' design, engineering, and construction • Support project execution with in-house design where appropriate • Learn and understand how to perform quality control tasks against budgets, schedules, plans, and how to produce project status reports for distribution • Learn and understand how to perform risk and consequences analysis for projects to help understand both risks as well as opportunities that may occur during each project phase • Learn and understand how to formulate project parameters, and assist in monitoring progress to address constraints and issues • Learn and understand how to communicate with members of the project team and collaborate with more senior engineers to adopt the most cost effective and efficient practices • Learn and understand how to develop procurement specifications for equipment and work scopes for engineering, procurement, and construction bid packages • Work collaboratively with supply chain department to procure project services and materials • Learn and understand the importance of creating and/or updating standard operating procedures and asset management tactics, and how the process is used to provide training to operating personnel during commissioning and start-up • Learn and understand how to set and measure a project's metrics to monitor performance, and contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly data reconciliation and analytics reporting • Learn and understand how to prepare a post-project reports • Ensure all project control procedures are in place and are implemented and compliant with company policy and standards. • Follow the organization's HS&E policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions; to identify and mitigate risks, and to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others • Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching • Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media • Preform other duties as required Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related field required • Project planning/management exposure required • Familiar with the concepts of project prioritization, project execution, project management, construction, commissioning, handover, and post-project activities required • Knowledge of the seven project phases concept (Identify, Prepare, Appraise, Present, Implement, Monitor, and Evaluate), and become proficient at using the concepts for all projects preferred • Knowledge of the fundamentals of DROM (Design for Reliability, Operability, and Maintainability) and OR (Operational Readiness) principles preferred • Commitment to safety for self and others as well as embracing environmentally friendly work practices required • Contractor and contract management experience preferred • Proficient with MS Office products including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and visualization software and scheduling software required • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required • Ability to interface with other professionals and team members required • Familiar with project management and organizational skills including time management, leadership, and decision-making concepts preferred • Experience with DROM (Design for Reliability, Operability, Maintainability) practices preferred • Ability to work rotating shifts required • Familiar with OR (Operational Readiness) practices and how to apply them preferred • Familiar with Reliability Engineering and condition-based monitoring practices preferred • Business Improvement, Asset Management, Enterprise Resource Planning experience preferred • Ability to distinguish the difference between greenfield and brownfield projects preferred • Familiarity with Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) initiatives preferred • Familiar with applicable engineering and peripheral codes, policies, standards, and best practices preferred What We Can Offer You • A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more! • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team. • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues. • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization. • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. #LI-JB1 Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Identification 233451 Posting Date 2025-03-11 Apply Before 2025-04-29 Job Schedule Full time Job Category Capital Projects Locations Elko, NV, United States
See More Details >>Position Description: Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Site Based Solar Project Reporting Specialist to join our Capital Projects team. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing the reporting structure in alignment with the DOE’s requirements, complete the required reports and make sure they are submitted to the DOE before or by the stablished deadlines. In addition to making sure the DOE’s reporting requirements are met this reporting specialist shall assist the project team with some of the day-to-day clerical office work. At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. Responsibilities: • Develop reporting structure based on the Department of Energy (DOE) & Federal Assistance Reporting Checklist (FARC) reporting requirements. • Complete and submit reports and deliverables as per the Department of Energy (DOE), Federal Assistance Reporting Checklist (FARC) and Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) reporting and deliverable requirements. • Support the project team on meeting the Go/No-Go criteria established by the DOE. • Interface with the DOE project team and constantly consult the stablished communication channels to stay up to date on any changes to the reporting and deliverable requirements • Engage with the project team and other stakeholders and entities other than the DOE as required to acquire the necessary information to complete reports and deliverables. • Interface with and support the engagement specialist with their engagement requirements as needed. • Schedule and Attend meetings with the DOE project team as required throughout the execution of the project • Attend internal NGM reporting meetings throughout the execution of the project. • Develop a document control structure to properly archive all the generated documentation related to the reports • Assist the project team with office clerical work on a need-to basis, such as internal reporting, procurement, invoicing, warehouse reservations, document control, cost control office management, etc. • Support the project team on meeting other DOE and OCED requirements outside of reporting on a need-to basis. • Preform other duties as required Qualifications: • B.S. degree in Engineering or related field required • 3 or more years of project management experience with demonstrated competency in project reporting preferred • 3 or more years of experience meeting reporting requirements for the DOE or any other similar federal institution preferred • Experience working with teams of Engineers, Field Staff, and Contractors preferred • Demonstrated computer literacy and practical application of MS Office products including Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint required • Familiarity with design, visualization, and scheduling software preferred • Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders required What We Can Offer You • A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more! • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team. • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues. • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization. • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an #LI-JB1
See More Details >>COMPANY OVERVIEW Ensite Services is an app-based gig-economy platform that connects qualified technicians to simple field-work, primarily within the residential solar & roofing industries. Candidates must be English Proficient JOB OVERVIEW Ensite is looking for motivated, independent and reliable individuals seeking flexible work opportunities to join our technician network. Through the Ensite app, technicians will receive work orders to accept or deny within the availability they set. The ideal candidate will have a background in the labor industry, is comfortable working on their own, and is good at managing their time. It is imperative for Ensite technicians to be self-starters, dependable, and quality-oriented. Solar and/or roofing industry experience is a bonus but not required. Each type of Ensite job will be performed within the Ensite app and/or similar photo & data capture platforms. Jobs typically consist of Solar Site Surveys, Final Inspection Sitting, Permit Running, Roof Surveys, and other similar work. RESPONSIBILITIES Accept or deny job assignments in the Ensite app Arrive within designated arrival window for accepted jobs Collect required photos / data for each job by following in-app prompts Provide excellent customer service to onsite contacts Ensure projects pass quality control before leaving job sites REQUIREMENTS Possess basic hand tools & ladder (tools not provided) Valid driver's license Reliable transportation & ability to travel to each job site (vehicle not provided) Autonomous & self-sufficient working style Great time management skills & reliability Ability to safely access & navigate rooftops and attic spaces Ability to safely remove electrical equipment covers COMPENSATION Each assignment is approved for payment upon passing quality control. Typical pay is between $85-$130 per job.
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