SOLAR MECHANICAL LEAD

Pay Range: $28–$36/hr
Reports To: Solar Project Manager
Travel: Up to 75% (company-paid lodging, transportation, and per diem)

Position Summary

The Solar Mechanical Lead oversees the assembly and installation of mechanical components for commercial and industrial solar projects (250 kW – 5 MW+): racking, modules, wire management, layout, and staging. This role ensures mechanical installation is accurate, efficient, and meets Jefferson Energy’s standards for safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Leadership

• Lead mechanical installation crews (4–8 employees).

• Train team members in racking assembly, module installation, torque sequences, wire management, and layout.

• Delegate tasks to ensure production targets and workmanship standards are met.

Project Execution

• Complete preconstruction layout including array positioning, attachment layout, and material staging.

• Install racking, modules, grounding, wire management, and balance-of-system components.

• Coordinate closely with AC Lead and Foreman to maintain project flow.

Quality & Safety

• Conduct daily quality checks on racking, torqueing, wire management, and overall array workmanship.

• Lead site safety practices including PPE enforcement and fall protection adherence.

• Use torque tools and QC equipment to ensure all mechanical systems meet manufacturer and project specifications.

Documentation

• Maintain material inventories, daily production logs, and planning for upcoming work.

• Assist with punch lists and close-out documentation.

• Support drone-based documentation when applicable.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3–5 years mechanical racking/module installation experience.

• 2–4 years leading small teams.

• Advanced knowledge of mechanical solar systems, components, and installation sequencing.

• Ability to lift 75+ lbs repeatedly and work at varying rooftop heights.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Preferred (Not Required) Credentials

• State electrical licensure (any level)

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

• First Aid/CPR

• Forklift / Telehandler

• MEWP / Lull certifications

• NABCEP PV Associate

• JobTread familiarity

Benefits

• PTO

• Company-provided healthcare

• Optional vision & dental insurance

• Optional 401k

• Continuing education & advancement opportunities