Entering the solar trade in Mount Vernon, IL, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with projections showing a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Mount Vernon, IL, earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $54,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Company Description For nearly 30 years, UL Solutions passion for innovation and commitment to providing the highest levels of integrity to our clients and colleagues has made our company into an international leader in renewable energy technology applications. We offer an exciting working environment at our corporate headquarters in a rapidly growing industry, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits. Job Description UL Solutions, will be installing a solar monitoring system (SMS) near Mt. Vernon, IL on behalf of one of our Client. The station is (roughly 10x10 footprint) consists of a few solar panels, tripod, and measurement equipment surrounded by a chain link fence. The stations will be monitoring the solar resource as well as other meteorological and weather-related parameters. The station requires weekly maintenance, on the same day each week at approximately the same time to ensure consistent and accurate data is being collected for a minimum of 1 year. Your duties will include the following: • Ensure all equipment is level; • Ensure all equipment is clean; • Ensure there is no debris obstructing the system (depending on site/region, grass cutting, snow removal, or clearing brush); and • Confirm the system is secure and hasn't been tampered with. Each maintenance visit should take 15-30 minutes. UL requires a weekly excel logbook uploaded via internet along with photos and other documentation to support the visit which should take 30-45 minutes. The entire process should take between 2-4 hours each week depending on your travel time to and from site. Occasionally, UL may request your assistance in replacing or troubleshooting equipment. A Senior Engineer would contact you to walk you through the process. They will support you while onsite and review data after the equipment repair. Qualifications No solar experience is required. Training will be provided either on site or remotely via phone or video call. Must be able to take instruction remotely. Must use own transportation to and from remote SMS location (4-wheel drive preferred.) Willing walk, no more than ¼ mile in one direction. Must own gas or battery-operated weedwacker should grass cutting be required. Required to climb an 8-foot ladder (UL provided). Capable of maintaining equipment utilizing a level, a screwdriver or other hand tools. Must be willing to pay for shipping or other small costs from time to time to be reimbursed by UL. Must have basic computer skills, including ability to upload attachments with their own version of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) to SharePoint with reliable internet. A smart phone is required to take site photos as well as to communicate with UL staff while on site in an event of an emergency. Required to treat all applicable information as confidential. Salary: $90-$150 per visit depending on proximity to site. Additional Information UL is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law. As part of our process with all new maintenance technicians this contract may be subject to a successful background check and drug screen.
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
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