Love the outdoors? Earn $200 a day keeping North Carolina and Virginia's solar farms green and clean. Solar Brite LLC maintains utility‑scale solar sites across Halifax, Northampton, and Warren Counties. We need reliable drivers and equipment operators to join our Roanoke Rapids crew. What you’ll do • Drive a company truck from our Roanoke Rapids office to assigned solar farms (30‑90 min. each way) • Operate commercial mowers (zero‑turn, stand‑on, walk‑behind) to manage vegetation under and around solar arrays • Run heavy equipment as needed: panel‑washing machine, ~60 hp 4WD utility tractor with rotary cutter, back‑hoe, skid‑steer • Perform basic maintenance—fueling, greasing, blade swaps, safety checks—report issues via mobile app (English/Spanish) • Work longer daylight shifts in peak growing season and lighter schedules during cooler months Minimum Qualifications • Valid North Carolina driver’s license and acceptable MVR • Comfortable working outdoors for up to 10 hours in summer heat • Willing to learn lawn‑care equipment or already experienced • Able to lift 50 lbs. and stand/walk on uneven ground • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Equipment experience (let us know in the application) • Commercial mower (zero‑turn / stand‑on / walk‑behind) • Utility tractor + attachments (bush‑hog, loader, PTO tools) • Back‑hoe or mini‑excavator • Skid‑steer / compact track loader • Solar‑panel washing machine • Handheld lawn gear (trimmer, blower, sprayer, chainsaw) • Pickup + equipment trailer (towing & backing) Pay & Perks • Weekly direct deposit • Seasonal bonus potential and paid downtime in slower months • Clear career paths: CDL upgrade, mechanic apprenticeship, pesticide license sponsorship Important! MVR & Background‑Check Consent Hiring is contingent on your consent to a Motor‑Vehicle Report (MVR) and background check. You will sign the stand‑alone authorization in the next hiring step. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay: $200.00 per day Expected hours: 40 – 70 per week Benefits: • Health insurance • On-the-job training • Opportunities for advancement Schedule: • 12 hour shift • Day shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Roanoke Rapids, NC, often begins with specialized training and certifications, which can be pursued through community colleges or online platforms. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with projections indicating a 6% growth from 2022 to 2032. In Roanoke Rapids, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $2,200. Training programs and apprenticeships, supported by organizations like the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, provide pathways to this growing field, offering competitive salaries that can exceed $54,000 annually for experienced workers.
