General Laborer

DEPARTMENT:         FIELD OPERATIONS
POSITION:                 GENERAL LABORER
 
SUMMARY
The primary function of this position is to assist in the construction and installation of a utility grade solar project throughout all phases of construction.
 
WORK REQUIREMENTS
 
You will report to a management approved supervisor which may be reassigned as workload changes.
 

• Basic general labor duties preparing work area for installation of various equipment
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
• Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers and rakes
• Ability to thoroughly keep equipment, vehicles, materials, tools, and all company property clean and neat.
• Assist with pulling wire through trenches
• Minor hand tool work bolting and unbolting of PV solar racks using manual or power tools
• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, mud, etc.
• Ability to fill in and assist any aspect of building a PV solar system, i.e. electrical, mechanical, security, equipment, vehicle, etc.
• Ability to work well with others and understand and take direction from all levels of upper management

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred but not always required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments (example: hot sun, cold, wet weather, mud, etc.)
• Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Ability to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight safely without assistance throughout assigned workday
• Able to work 8 -12 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required including occasional night shifts
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 80%) of the job
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers

• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance required
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• Must display a positive attitude dedicated towards achieving results for the company as well as providing quality service and accuracy
• Must be a team player and able to work between multiple departments to reach a common goal
• Must maintain a clean and professional appearance and attitude at ALL times while at work, while representing or traveling for the company
• Responsible for daily upkeep of your work area
• Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime as needed
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times (hard hat, safety glasses, etc)
• Advise immediate supervisor of any safety or job related problems
• Must comply with all OHSA safety requirements and regulations