Geronimo Power (formerly National Grid Renewables) develops, owns and operates large-scale power assets throughout America’s Heartland, including solar, wind and energy storage. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth. Geronimo Power is a portfolio company managed by Brookfield Asset Management. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit geronimopower.com or follow the company on LinkedIn. The technician, based out of Jackson County, MI provides the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment at utility scale Solar power generation plants, and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. Responsibilities • Ensure strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs. • Operate and maintain equipment, including HV equipment, combiner systems, Inverters, pad mount transformers, control panels, MET stations, tracker systems, etc. • Provide quality assessments and quality control of the work performed by all third-party contractors. • Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical control systems and components. • Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements. Includes PV panels, inverter components, string inverters, Met Tower equipment, tracker components, control panels, or other. • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance manuals. • Adhere to effective internal controls. • Set up sites for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively. • Assist the Plant Manager with administration of warranties. Submit and track warranty claims. Track all on loan parts and reconcile with appropriate parties. • Assist with capital improvement programs and retrofits. • Assist with vegetation management as needed and determined by the Plant Manager. • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule. May require working short notice at times outside normal business hours - Including nights, weekends, or holidays. • Occasional travel to maintain efficient operations of the equipment and fleet sites. Qualifications • Minimum of 3 years of related experience or power industry training. • Demonstrated experience in solar facility operations and maintenance including a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a broad range of renewable or other power generation development, design, permitting, construction, or operations. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools. • Valid Driver's License & ability to work in adverse weather conditions. • Ability to take and pass a fit for duty physical. • Ability to work around low and medium voltage. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Knowledge of equipment required for facility maintenance. • Proficiency in interpretation of electrical schematics and prints. Preference may be given to candidates with the following: • Experience in Solar plant operations or related power plant operations. • Master or Journeyman electrical license certified through the state of Ohio. • Experience in high voltage maintenance and switching & ability to run test equipment for troubleshooting. • Experience establishing and improving preventative maintenance programs. • Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of fit for duty physical & background check. Pay Range for the posted level: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.
See More Details >>APPLICANTS ONLY - NO RECRUITERS PLEASE Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the best‐in‐class service, products, and experience. Position Title and Purpose of Position We are seeking a Director of Construction who, under the direction of the Vice President of Operations and in full compliance with the associate handbook and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations provides management and oversight to the construction program. The Director of Construction leads the construction department towards execution of a strategic plan that’s related to construction. The position establishes priorities and determines resource allocation for the effective and efficient delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Salary The salary range for this role is $120,000.00 to 150,000.000 USD, salary commensurate with experience. An Annual Bonus Target representing 10% of your annual base salary/annual wages is paid based on meeting both organizational and individual targets. Major Responsibilities of Position • Ensure “as-built” documentation is provided to Engineering in a timely fashion. Use the findings to recommend continuous improvement. • Tracking and controlling the construction schedules and the associated costs for achieving project completion within the budget and time allotted. • Reporting to the senior management on the progress of a project and necessary modifications to be executed. • Supervising immediate subordinates (Electricians, Crew Leaders) to manage installers, subcontractors and schedules that are related to the daily construction issues of a project. • Review and pproval of weekly time sheets including oversight of prevailing wage work plans to actual time worked. • Manage the schedule for all self-performing personnel through direct oversight of the Operations Manager (scheduler) • Reviewing progress reports, checking reported difficulties and correcting any safety violation, quality issues or other deficiencies. • Review of blueprints for brand quality standards and construction feasibility • Tracking/Notation of all project progression • Create/Implement procedures and forms for more effective project completion • Review and coordinate equipment estimates as necessary for project completion • Coordinate with vendors on necessary estimates, deliveries and concerns if they should arise • Carry out a review of work progress on a regular basis • Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks to our projects and Harvest. • Make sure that construction standards are of high quality and ensure the use of proper construction techniques • Plan, as well as make decisions to prevent problems and any emerging ones • Act as Apprentice Committee member offering guidance and feedback to Apprentices to ensure their engagement in the program. • Make hire, discipline and termination recommendations in alignment with company policy and procedures. • Support the safety policies to achieve the goal of “zero lost time accidents”. • Use the training matrix and employee/installer review process to develop the construction crews into professional solar installers. • Other duties as assigned. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS. The successful candidate will have: (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes) • The ability to handle all the challenges that are connected to the project and the willingness to work the time required to resolve. • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while remaining aware of completion dates and understanding management principles and time management. • Ability to resolve personal issues between a variety of workers from various backgrounds. • Ability to communicate job assignments with a variety of workers from various backgrounds. • Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of associates, customers, and suppliers. • Ability to influence others, identify and overcome objections. • Ability to grasp concepts quickly and communicate effectively across team members. • Ability to proactively solve problems and be solution oriented. • Strong organizational skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and manage cross-functional teams. • Ethics and integrity of the highest degree • Must have a positive, can-do attitude. • Good written and verbal communication skills • Understanding of code compliance: NEC, IBC and Michigan residential code • Strong architectural document understanding/application and construction verbiage. • Proficiency in Windows Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and Outlook • Familiar with Procore or other project management software a plus Educational and Certification Background Valid State Driver’s license. Ability to obtain CDL certification. High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction or building science, preferred. Ten years of work experience in construction positions of increasing responsibility. Work Environment • Office Environment 70% of the time: Busy office with frequent interruptions and multi-tasking required; standard office equipment is available including Microsoft Office. • Travel Required 20% of the time: Position supports job site activities therefore daily and overnight travel is required. Harvest values our employee’s work life balance and whenever possible, overnight travel is Monday through Friday. Hotel and transportations costs are covered. Additionally, food per diem is paid for overnight stays. • Shop Environment 10% of the time: Position supports shop activities therefore, exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noises, hot/humid and cold conditions. Benefit Offerings Harvest Solar employees are eligible for the following benefits programs: Immediately after Hire: • Nine Paid Holidays per Year. Including: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve. • Paid Vacation: Vacation time is accrued each week at a rate of 1.693 to achieve 88 hours in the calendar year. Unused vacation can be paid out and/or up to 40 unused hours can be rolled over at year end. In 2025 you will accrue 49 hours. • Paid Time Off (PTO): 72 Hours are available each year on January 1. PTO Is available to assist you in managing your time off work for personal appointments. PTO does not rollover, nor is it paid out at the end of the year, unused PTO is forfeited. In the first year of employment available hours are prorated based on the date of hire. The First of the Month after the Date of Hire: • Health Insurance. The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Option 1: UnitedHealthcare, Choice Plus HSA 2000 Plan • Members can seek care from in-network and out-of-network providers. • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network. • Tier 1 Providers provide members the greatest value. • HSA compatible health plan. An HSA is a tax-deductible savings account used in conjunction with the health plan. Contribution limits are determined by the IRS. Harvest Solar will make the following weekly deposit into your HSA account based on the coverage options: Associate: $10.64; Associate & Spouse: $27.25; Associate & Child(ren): $21.65; Family: $37.55 • Option 2: UnitedHealthcare, Choice Plus 500 Plan • Members can seek care from in-network and out-of-network providers. • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network. • Tier 1 Providers provide members the greatest value. • Not an HSA compatible health plan). • Dental Insurance The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Vision Insurance: The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance, with and Accident Death clause. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar • Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your earnings, with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum, are available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar. • Voluntary Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at the associate’s expense. Plans are organized through Allstate and premiums are paid through payroll deduction. The First of the Month After 90-Days of Employment: • Harvest Solar 401k Plan: Associates are auto enrolled at a 3% deferral rate. The plan is administered by Vestwell. Auto enrolled contribution is invested in a “Retire-On-Time” plan. Once enrolled, the associate may make changes that include: • Increasing the Deferral Rate to the Applicable IRS Limits: A company match is available. When the associate defers 3%, Harvest Solar matches 3%. When the associate defers 4%, the Harvest Solar the first 3.5%. When the associate defers 5%, Harvest Solar matches the first 4%. • Changing the Account Type: Both a pre-tax and Roth account is available. • Changing the Investment Type: The plan offers standard plans to address risk or age of retirement, or the associate can customize their own investment.
See More Details >>Job Description Position - Production Manager About Sesame Solar: Sesame Solar is decarbonizing off-grid power for defense and commercial applications. We design and make Mobile Nanogrids powered by solar, green hydrogen, (optional small wind turbines) andbattery storage with fully integrated Solutions Inside. Our Mobile Nanogrids can be used for a variety of off-grid power needs such as Emergency Response, Communications, Medical, Security, Surveillance, EdgeComputing, and EV Charging Hubs. Sesame Nanogrids are easily transported and can be setup by 1 person inless than 15 minutes to immediately generate Clean, Mobile Power. Award-winning Sesame Solar actively seeks curious, multicultural "can doers," engineers, technicians, sales,marketing and operations team members. Michigan-based Sesame Solar is backed by VSC Ventures, Morgan Stanley, and angel investors. Our motto is: People. Planet. Profits. People, including our team members, customers, partners, suppliers, investors and community members areour most valuable asset. We help to protect and preserve our Planet for future generations. Profitable operations allow us to continue to innovate. Key Responsibilities Factory Operations • Ensure the factory environment remains clean, safe, and well-organized at all times. • Promote and enforce safety protocols. Team Leadership • Recruit, train, and manage members of the production team. • Oversee scheduling, approve payroll hours, and manage Paid Time Off (PTO) requests. • Foster a positive and productive team culture through regular communication and performancemanagement. Production Oversight • Monitor production timelines to ensure deadlines are consistently met. • Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency. • Identify and resolve bottlenecks or delays in the manufacturing process. Inventory Management • Maintain and proactively report inventory levels. • Work with procurement to avoid stock outs and minimize excess inventory. Reporting & Analysis • Prepare and submit weekly production reports, including key metrics and performance trends. • Use data insights to inform process improvements and decision-making. Cross-functional Collaboration • Coordinate and provide support to Sales, Field Support, and Engineering teams. • Communicate regularly with upper management on progress, issues, and opportunities. General Management Support • Support broader company operations as needed, especially in areas where flexibility and hands-onproblem solving are critical in an early-stage company environment. Performance Review & Growth This role will undergo a formal performance review every six months. Reviews will assess performance across all key responsibilities, with potential for salary increases and performance- based bonuses tied to improvements andcontributions to team and company goals
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Jackson, MI typically involves starting with a Registered Apprenticeship Program, which combines hands-on experience with technical instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs last about four to five years and require a minimum of 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and 144 hours of technical instruction annually. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 279,447 solar professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in Michigan, and projects a 10% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Jackson earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $7,000 weekly. Training programs, community colleges, and industry associations help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
