SolarCorps Construction Fellow
Summary Of The Role
We are seeking a full-time SolarCorps Construction Fellow to engage with the construction team in solar PV installation. Construction SolarCorps members will serve directly on GRID's low income solar installation projects, helping complete all aspects of installation. Members with this experience go on to careers in solar installation, permitting, and design.
Standard Fellowship Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- 11-month commitment
- Clean, valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Able to safely lift up to 50 lbs
- Able to work outdoors, on rooftops, and in extreme temperatures
- A passion for environmental justice and clean energy
- Willingness to learn skills on the job
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
AmeriCorps Fellowship Requirements
- To be eligible for AmeriCorps, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States.
Why do a Fellowship at GRID Alternatives
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
What You Will Be Doing
- Participate in solar PV installation, service calls, inspections, site visits and system commissioning
- Support in material procurement preparation for staging and load equipment before and after installation projects
- Assist staff with installation package preparation
- Help organize and maintain project information in Salesforce
- Assist staff with preliminary designs
Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise
- Standard Fellowship Requirements
- AmeriCorps Fellowship Requirements
Compensation and Benefits
AmeriCorps Fellowship Compensation
- Stipend pay of $40,800 over 11 months (Approx $21.40/hr)
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship
Standard Fellowship Compensation
- Hourly pay of $21.40 per hour, plus the benefits listed below
- $3,000 cash end of term award
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 10 days of personal time off and 13 holidays observed by GRID
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
- Childcare Assistance if Eligible
- Resource Navigation through WorkLife Partnership
Where you will sit & the places you may go
- The ideal candidate will sit in Riverside, CA
- This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc.
Availability to work nights and weekends
May very rarely be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
Important To Note
- For California Applicants: Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
Reasonable Accommodation For Job Seekers With a Disability
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: RECRUITING@GRIDALTERNATIVES.ORG
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.