Positions available are as follows: Above Ground Electrical, Below Ground Electrical, Mechanical/Metal, Operator (Earth, Skid, Forklift), PV. General Job Title(s): Helper/Millwright/QC Classification: HOURLY / Non-Exempt Department: Solar Location: Solar Jobsites Title Reports To: Relevant Field Supervisor Approved By: JIMMY LEE 1/4/2022 • GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: Provide various general labor duties in the field on Solar Jobsite projects, including but not limited to: PV Installer, Helper, General Labor, Quality Control • GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work off ladders and scaffolding • Operate hand tools including, but not limited to: Tape measure, wrenches, hammers, drills, rivet guns, shovels, grinders, and rakes • Good organization, communication, and interpersonal skills • Ability to convey a positive and professional image to co-workers • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and helpful attitude • Full-time employment required: Excessive tardiness or absenteeism is grounds for termination • Must have reliable transportation • Extended hours of work may occur, with a single shift lasting as long as 12 hours • Overtime and work on weekends and holidays may be required • Perform other duties as assigned or requested No prior experience or training. Some high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, length, and weight measurement. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT: Amount of Time in a Day Stand Over 2/3 Walk Over 2/3 Sit Under 1/3 Reach with hands and arms Over 2/3 Climb or balance 1/3 to 2/3 Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 to 2/3 Talk or hear Over 2/3 Weight lifted or force exerted: Up to 25 pounds Over 2/3 26 to 50 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 51 to 100 pounds None Weather: Wet, humid or muddy conditions (non-weather) None Wet, humid or muddy conditions (weather) Under 1/3 Work near moving mechanical parts 1/3 to 2/3 Work in high, precarious places Under 1/3 Toxic or caustic chemicals None Outdoor weather conditions: Extreme cold (non-weather) None Extreme heat (non-weather) Under 1/3 Extreme heat (weather) Over 2/3 Risk of electrical shock 1/3 to 2/3 Risk of radiation None Vibration Under 1/3 Vision requirements: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment) 7am to 3:30pm OT as necessary 7am to 3:30 pm Overtime as required
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Tullahoma, TN, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a 5.9% growth rate from 2022. In Tullahoma, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $1,100, with experienced workers often earning over $52,000 annually. Training programs and local trade schools offer pathways to these apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a significant role in the growing renewable energy sector.
