What are the responsibilities and job description for the ABQ - Skilled Construction Labor - Solar Photovoltaic (PV) & EV Charging position at PPC Solar?
Position purpose - Seeking a self-driven individual who skilled in all aspects of trade from concrete work to steel beam construction who desires growth and advancement within the team and their own life. All while having the ability to overcome obstacle and challenges that may present themselves in the workplace while supporting the construction crew and working with efficiency and pride in their workmanship.
Duties & Responsibilities – a guide but not limited to
- Ability to work 10-hour days
- Personal Battery Powered tools are required for job (Screw gun, saws, Sawzall, etc.)
- Finish Concrete and having own hand tools for job
- Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes
- Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
- Leveling Beams and Post
- Build forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts
- Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities
- Operate jackhammers or drills to breakup concrete
- Safely erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, and ramps
- Understanding and having tools to be able to complete the job at hand
- Honest ability about skill set and work accomplished
- Quality minded and focused
- Ability to work alone
- Load tools, equipment, and materials into vehicles for each project; maintain vehicle inventory
- Carry equipment up ladders, on roofs, and over uneven ground safely
- Layout and assemble solar modules on racking according to plans
- Drive company vehicles to and from job site
- Complete work in a timely fashion, with integrity, attention to detail and according to the IBC
- Track and report all project related time, materials, and mileage
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of the warehouse, work areas, yard, and vehicles
- Stay current on product training required for equipment being installed and tools being used
- Participate in project coordination meetings as needed
- Assist with project documentation (project photos, recording serial #’s, etc)
Qualifications
- Ability to take direction & ask questions
- Ability to work as a team member & think resourcefully
- Experience with the safe use of hand tools (socket wrenches, drills, hammers, etc)
- Ability to use various computer applications and understanding of technology
- Ability to communicate in a professional, effective manor
- GED / HET required
- Prior Construction experience; blueprint reading a plus
Working conditions
- Outdoors in the elements (i.e. roof in the hot sun, snow, etc)
- Occasional crawl spaces & attics (i.e. spiders, mice droppings, etc)
- Extended period of time on your feet
- Expected to work as a team member
Physical requirements
- Ability to work outside in the elements
- Ability to lift 40 lbs
- Ability to operate basic hand tools (wrenches, drill, hammer, etc) safely
- Ability to work in a squatting, standing, twisted, and stretched position
- Ability to climb ladders, work on roofs safely, and walk on uneven surfaces
Company Description
Paradise Power Company, Inc (PPC) is New Mexico and Southern Colorado's premier solar electric, EV charging, and energy storage installation professional. Founded in 1979 in Taos, New Mexico, the company has 40 years of local presence and experience installing high quality energy transition solutions. Our longevity is a testament to a responsible business model, positive reputation, and honoring our agreements.
Services provided are:
- Photovoltaic Grid-tie – turnkey installation for residential, commercial, utility
- Photovoltaic Off-grid – turnkey install, service calls / troubleshoot
- Photovoltaic O&M – Operations and Maintenance services for utility, commercial, and residential owners
- Electric Vehicle Charging station turnkey installation
- ChargePoint EV Charging station O&M service provider
Company Benefits
- Paid Holidays - 56 hrs
- PTO - 80 hrs
- Sick - 64 hrs
- Health Insurance
- Vision / Dental
- IRA Contribution
- Tool Reimbursement
- Phone Plan
- Employee Discount
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer.
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Paradise Power Company, Inc not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
Salary : $22 - $32