Company Driver / Solar Installer

Sunkeeper Solar designs and installs solar photovoltaics, cogeneration, and battery energy storage in standalone and hybrid configurations to offset fossil fuel consumption, provide off-grid resiliency, and equip buildings to partake in the clean energy transition. Comprised of an experienced team of installers, electrical workers, engineers, and technicians, with a deep understanding of the New York City clean-energy and construction landscapes, Sunkeeper Solar is an ideal partner for any and all distributed generation projects in the NYC Metro area.

Driver/Solar Installer Primary Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent and relevant experience driving trucks and vans in New York City
• Willing to work outdoors in all seasons
• Willing to commute throughout the five boroughs to different jobsites

Responsibilities

• Drive vans/trucks/cars multiple times a week to deliver materials to Sunkeeper jobsites
• Safely transport Sunkeeper material and equipment through New York City
• Load/Unload equipment from van/trucks/cars at Sunkeeper storage facilities and jobsites
• Maintain organization at Sunkeeper storage facilities
• Maintain a clean driving record
• Read and understand plan, elevation, and electrical line diagrams, accurately translate such documents into physical space
• Own and maintain all necessary hand tools, all desired elective safety equipment, and all required Installer-owned safety equipment (such as work boots)
• Maintain all assigned, company-owned equipment, including safety equipment
• Treat clients, general contractors, other trades, co-workers, and members of the public with kindness and respect
• Comply with all company policies, including company safety policy
• Comply with all valid Foreperson (or other supervisor) instructions
• Have reliable access to transportation such as to arrive punctually at the beginning of each work day
• Maintain a valid 40-hour SST Card pursuant to Local Law 196

• Perform the physical work involved in the construction of solar PV arrays, and battery ESS systems:
  • Move materials (must be able to safely lift 50lbs)
  • Install attachments such as machine bolts, masonry anchors, wood screws, and any other hardware called for by project specifications
  • Bend and install electrical raceways and conduits
  • Mount electrical enclosures
  • Pull and terminate wire
  • Assemble proprietary and/or engineered structural elements such as ballast pans, rails, and standard steel profiles
  • Maintain a clean jobsite, and a clean warehouse

Reporting: Driver/Solar Installers will report directly to the Foreperson.

Requirements:

• Must have valid Drivers License
• Class A or B CDL Drivers License is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent and relevant experience driving trucks and vans
  • Must have experience driving 15 box trucks
• Minimum 2 years in the construction industry
  • Solar or Electrical Industry Preferred
• Must have a clean driving record No serious violations in the past 5 years
• Ability to travel to job sites in the NYC metropolitan area
• Physical requirements: Applicants should be able to work outside during hot and cold weather, repeatedly lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, use standard hand tools, and follow verbal and auditory instructions during on-site work. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• If not already active, applicant will be required to get their OSHA 30 & NYC 40-hour SST cards (Sunkeeper will pay for the classes).
• Communicate well with customers and coworkers
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, without direct supervision

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28.00 – $38.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Masking may be needed whenever indoors or interacting at close proximity with others, comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws & regulations, including regulations requiring vaccination, where applicable. This is a job where you must interact with the public.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Construction: 2 years
• Commercial Driving: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

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