Entering the solar trade in Lake Charles, LA, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. These programs typically last two to three years, requiring significant on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the latest data, the solar industry in Lake Charles employs approximately 3,000 workers, with an average weekly wage of $1,000. Trade schools, local solar companies, and industry associations offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with promising earning potential—often exceeding $50,000 annually for experienced solar professionals.
Are you ready to join a growing and thriving solar company? We are expanding and looking for quality talent in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. If you have a background in sales and are interested in learning about solar, this is the company for you! About Us: We are a family-oriented company offering opportunities for growth and development in leadership. Our supportive environment is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in the solar industry. Our sales representatives will be conducting sales in home to residential home owners generated from our lead system. Location: - Texas: Dallas/Fort Worth, West Texas, Central Texas, and Houston - Arkansas - Louisiana - Mississippi Qualifications: - 1+ years of experience in any of the following industries: o Home Security Sales o Satellite TV Sales o Pest Control Sales o Wireless Sales o Home Automation/Smart Home Sales o Direct Sales o Roofing Sales o Home Improvement Sales or Home Services o Business to Consumer Sales o Car Sales & Auto o Experience in lead generation and/or sales management is a plus. o Sales background or solar experience is highly desirable. What We Offer: o A family environment with a supportive team. o Opportunities for growth and development in leadership. o Comprehensive training on solar products and sales techniques. If you are passionate about sales and looking to make a difference in the solar industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and start your journey with us. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $90,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year Compensation Package: • Commission only • Commission pay • Uncapped commission Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Evenings as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Basic Job Functions: • Directs and manages 24/7 Site Plant’s Module Operations activities with overall responsibilities for Operational Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Quality, Production (Throughput), Equipment Maintenance, Process Engineering, and Cost to P90 and meet customer. • Leads a team of Area Managers responsible for Module Manufacturing operations in a thin-film photovoltaic manufacturing flow. • This position owns the integrated Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, and key functions in Module Manufacturing Areas. • Ensures that products and processes are introduced, and the designs are capable of being manufactured to meet the organization's objectives. • Acts as an advisor and coach concerning manufacturing related issues to facilitate teamwork and continuous improvement to management and the workforce. • Controls the AOP spending within approval budget and other operation-related activities. • Deploys and provide leadership in continuous improvements, including leading/participating in global alignment activities. • Establishes and invests in training and development people/upskills associates, technical competencies and standardize training programs for all plants. • This position also serves as the key back-up to the Head - Module Operations when not available. Education/Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, business administration, or management discipline (MBA or Master of Engineering a plus). • 5+ years of manufacturing experience w/ 2+ years of Supervisory experience. • In lieu of a degree: • 8+ years in managerial experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment. • 10+ years of manufacturing experience in a technical field or manufacturing environment. • Direct experience in at least one of the areas preferred – PV module assemble, glass industry experience, lamination systems, vision metrologies, adhesive systems, packaging, and general robotics/PLC. Required Skills/Competencies: • Safety First Mentality. • Proven ability to effectively lead salaried and production associates. • Excellent understanding of computer applications. • Proven ability to train and develop associates. • Proven Employee Relations Skills and Knowledge of Human Resources Practices. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as experience with cross-functional coordination required. • Demonstrated record of quality, cycle time and cost improvements using TOC, lean manufacturing, and kaizen concepts. • Technical competency with proven ability to work with and advise engineers on technical matters. • Solid knowledge of inventory management and control. • Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes. • Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively. • Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of the organization. • Provides leadership and training to accomplish First Solar goals and objectives. • Attracts, challenges, and develops people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. • Excellent communications and presentation skills. • Fluent in English. • Proven computer skills. • Excellent organizational and managerial skills. • Excellent employee relations and inter-personal skills. • Excellent time management skills. Essential Responsibilities: • Safety & 5S • Operations • Member of site-safety steering committee; drives and inculcates a strong “safety-first” culture and world class house-keeping standards within plant operations to enable a zero-recordable rate. • Timely and appropriate resolution of equipment or process safety concerns. • Work with local EHSS team to ensure all equipment & processes are compliant with local regulatory compliances, ISO & RBA requirements in term of Environment Health and Safety for operation, provide safety leadership to improve safety culture. • Provide operational leadership to 24/7 shift teams to ensure all tool/process KPI/KPOs are meeting targets (P90). • Accountable for ISO & RBA -compliance in their area through up-to-date process and equipment documentation and training records. • Drives the workforce towards a world class environment by applying the 5S methodology and ensuring housekeeping is kept at the highest level of cleanliness and maintained at all times. • Develops strategy for bottle-neck management in the module operations area that include setting OEE goals (Uptime, Unplanned Downtime, G2G/ MTTR, Yield) and deploying right resources to address chronic issues. • Initiates or vets’ continuous improvement work-streams ensuring they pass through relevant change-management forums. • Establishes a DMAIC mindset among associates as a way of problem solving and a Kaizen approach to improvement. • Follows TOC (Theory of Constraints) concepts to resolve bottlenecks as it pertains to daily operations or road-map execution. • Engineering & Continuous Improvement • Participates in global forums (TRT, GAT), escalates process technology challenges that are a risk to P90 and collaborates on local and global solutions for the same. • Collaborates with New Process Introduction and Global Technology teams to develop implementation plan for new process or equipment and closes gaps identified during execution. • People • Ensure the team is properly trained and developed through structured plans. Provide coaching and support to the team in dealing with any potential issue. • Conduct performance appraisal, provide feedback, and create succession plan for key associates. • Engage, Recognize and Reward associates. Supervises and motivates a team of associates creating a culture of personal responsibility and continuous improvement. Reporting Relationships: • This position reports to the Head – Module Operations. • This position will have direct reports. Travel: • 10-15% travel is required. • If hiring to a new plant prior to plant start, associate will be required to spend extended time (60-80%) in another plant in either Ohio or Alabama for training until their assigned plan starts equipment installation. Estimated Salary Range: • $127,800 - $182,000, Annually US Physical Requirements: • Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day. • Will climb stairs on an occasional basis. • Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis. • Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis. • Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions. • Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis. • Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis. • Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis. • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis. • 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required. • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis. • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis. • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards). • All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair). Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required. Company DescriptionFirst Solar in Louisiana First Solar is expanding its American solar manufacturing footprint into the heart of Acadiana in Iberia Parish with a new advanced manufacturing facility, which is expected to be commissioned in the first half of 2026. The new facility will use First Solar’s proprietary process to transform sheets of glass into fully functioning solar panels - capable of generating clean electricity from sunlight - in approximately four-and-a-half hours.
See More Details >>UpTalent is seeking a Solar Technician (Utility) in Lake Charles, LA, offering $30/hr+ with benefits. Responsibilities include troubleshooting project systems, providing training, performing maintenance, and improving system performance. Candidates should have 2-5+ years of experience in renewable energy, with a high school diploma or GED required; a college degree and NABCEP certification are preferred. Background and driving record checks are mandatory. O&M Solar Technician (Utility) This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a Solar Services company in Allen Parish, Louisiana Job Description: Pay Rate: Starting at $30/hr or more depending on experience plus Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits under a W-2 Contract to Hire Responsibilities: Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals. Provide operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed. Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, etc. Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation. Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager. Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions. Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality and maintenance cost improvement. Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues. Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety. Prepare documents necessary for procurement and utilization of materials and vendor services. Assist in developing standard operating documents for maintenance, operations and training. Requirements: Minimum 2-5+ years of hands-on experience in field work; renewable energy (Solar, wind or similar) environment is an asset. HS Diploma or GED required. College degree preferred. NABCEP Certification is a plus. Note that if you get hired you must undergo a background and a driving records checks
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