About the position Aerotek is seeking solar installers for a 5-week project in Newbury Park, California. The role requires individuals with commercial solar installation experience who can work on roofs and have their own tools. This position is fully onsite and involves working 10-hour shifts. Responsibilities • Install solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops. • Ensure compliance with safety regulations while working at heights. • Collaborate with team members to complete installations efficiently. • Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition. Requirements • Minimum 1 year of commercial solar installation experience required. • Must have own tools including impact, sockets, and hand tools. • Able to work 10-hour shifts. • Reliable transportation is necessary. • Ability to work on a roof. Benefits • Medical, dental & vision insurance • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage • 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D for employee and dependents • Short and long-term disability insurance • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation or Sick Leave
See More Details >>About the position The Solar Installer position at Aerotek involves performing installation tasks on commercial rooftop solar projects. This role requires hands-on experience in solar installation, particularly in commercial or utility settings, and focuses on inverter and string wiring installation. The position is temporary, lasting for 5 weeks, and is fully on-site in Thousand Oaks, California. Responsibilities • Perform solar installation tasks on commercial rooftops. • Install inverters as part of the solar installation process. • Conduct string wiring for solar systems. Requirements • Previous commercial or utility solar experience is required. • Inverter installation experience is required. • String wiring experience is required. Nice-to-haves • Experience as a QC inspector. • General labor experience in solar installation. Benefits • Medical, dental & vision insurance • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance • 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options • Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance for employees and dependents • Short and long-term disability insurance • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation or Sick Leave
See More Details >>About the position The Certified Electrical Trainee position involves working on a solar project in Thousand Oaks, CA, specifically on a commercial building rooftop. This role is temporary, lasting for 5 weeks, and requires candidates to have a California State certification as an electrical trainee along with experience in solar installations. The position focuses on tasks such as running cable, running conduit, and performing interconnections, with a preference for candidates experienced in scissor lift operation. Responsibilities • Run cable and conduit on a commercial building rooftop project. • Perform interconnections as part of the solar installation process. • Operate scissor lifts as needed for project tasks. Requirements • California State certification as an electrical trainee. • Experience in solar installations. • Basic electrical hand tools. Nice-to-haves • Experience with scissor lift operation. Benefits • Medical, dental & vision insurance. • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage. • 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions. • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D for employee and dependents. • Short and long-term disability insurance. • Health Spending Account (HSA). • Transportation benefits. • Employee Assistance Program (EAP). • Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation or Sick Leave.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Thousand Oaks, CA, typically begins with specialized training and certifications, which can be pursued through community colleges or vocational schools. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 44,740 workers in California as of 2024, with wages averaging $1,400 per week. The solar trade offers a promising career path with growth potential, as the industry continues to expand with an expected job growth rate of 104% by 2032, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy solutions. With the right training and certifications, aspiring solar professionals in Thousand Oaks can look forward to a stable and lucrative career, often earning upwards of $75,000 annually.
