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Solar Installation Trainer

2 months ago

Oakland, California, United States GRID Alternatives Full time
About the Role

The Solar Installation Trainer will play a crucial role in teaching GRID's Installation Basics Training (IBT) curriculum to learners in the classroom, lab, and on the installation site. As a key member of our training staff, you will ensure that IBT is delivered at a consistently high quality, maximizing learner understanding and their potential for obtaining employment as a Junior Solar Installer.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement curriculum, lesson plans, training calendars, and activities in line with content and standards, including setup and maintenance of the training classroom, training lab, and training equipment.
  • Deliver curriculum ensuring participants achieve learning outcomes.
  • Teach and actively train/supervise solar installation skills, including jobsite safety, electricity basics, racking mounts, array layout, conduit bending, customer service and communication, site evaluation, commissioning and O&M, and the appropriate use of tools and equipment through demonstration and modeling skills.
  • Teach and supervise the necessary safety procedures for use and handling of equipment & tools and clean up of the classroom, lab, and construction area through demonstration and modeling skills.
  • Teach appropriate handling of construction problems arising at the building site through demonstration and modeling skills.
  • Provide on the job training supervision for learners on customer installations.
  • Uphold and model GRID's value for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
  • Set up, supervise and maintain high standards for the execution of course exams.
  • Help supervise worksite activities and schedules with the Workforce Development Manager.
  • Keep the Workforce Development Manager informed about issues regarding performance issues of learners.
  • Review, evaluate and document learners progress and skill attainment.
  • Turn in required documents in a timely manner.
  • Ensure learners compliance with attendance and other program policies.
  • Assist in facilitating and leading recruitment and job placement activities.
  • Collaborate and provide feedback to Assistant Instructor as well as Workforce Development Manager.
  • Build and maintain lab equipment.
  • Work closely with regional Workforce Development Manager on program logistics, documentation, feedback, and improvements.
  • Assist in solar installation, service calls, site assessments or design projects as assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • A minimum of three years experience in solar installation or related construction experience.
  • Have successfully completed IBT 200 training with GRID Alternatives or be able to pass the capstone exam.
  • Enjoy teaching basic residential installation techniques in class, lab, and customer site settings.
  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  • Enthusiasm, flexibility, positive attitude, and a commitment to growing a diverse solar workforce.
  • Ability to speak and present to a group for extended periods of time.
  • A record of safe work practices and ability to demonstrate proper safety procedures for using tools and equipment.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Ability to assess student skills and provide feedback for improvement.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record as determined by our insurance carrier.
  • Physical ability to perform activities related to solar installation work, including but not limited to: standing for long periods (sometimes on a sloped surface), bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, working above the shoulders, working with manual and electric hand tools, repetitive motions, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs, working in direct sunlight, working with trip hazards, and working at heights.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1 or more years assisting individuals with diverse backgrounds in developing a variety of personal, professional skills and experience with competency-based assessment.
  • OSHA 10/30 certification.
  • CPR/First Aid certification.
  • NABCEP PV Associate certification.
  • Skills in basic carpentry.
  • Skills in conflict resolution and de-escalation.
  • Experience in people management.
  • Proficiency in another language (preferably Spanish).
About GRID Alternatives

GRID Alternatives is a nonprofit organization that provides solar energy and energy efficiency solutions to low-income communities and communities of color. We are committed to creating a more sustainable and equitable energy future.

Benefits

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($26-$32 per hour), plus the benefits below.

  • Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance.
  • 5 weeks paid time off (PTO).
  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Commuter Checks.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.