Solar Mechanical Technician

Pay Range: $20–$30/hr
Reports To: Solar Project Manager
Travel: Up to 75% (company-paid lodging, transportation, and per diem)

Position Summary

The Solar Mechanical Technician performs racking assembly, module installation, grounding and mechanical balance-of-system installation on commercial and industrial solar projects (rooftop and ground-mount). The role supports the Mechanical Lead or Foreman, ensuring proper installation, torqueing, layout, and quality on solar projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install racking systems, mounting hardware, rails, modules, and grounding components.

• Follow mechanical layout plans; assist with pre-construction layout and staging.

• Perform torque sequences, wire-management installation, module placement, and grounding.

• Conduct daily quality checks on mechanical work, ensuring adherence to specs and safety standards.

• Maintain material inventories, staging, and daily work logs.

• Use tools and torque equipment safely; assist with tool maintenance.

• Participate in site cleanup, array labeling, and support close-out tasks (punch list, commissioning support).
   

Required / Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years solar racking / module installation experience (or general construction with mechanical aptitude)

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and work at roof or elevated heights (use of ladders, lifts, or scaffolding)

• Basic ability to read plans / layout drawings

• Strong attention to detail and reliability
   

Preferred: 

• OSHA 10

• Experience with commercial rooftop/ground-mount solar projects

• First Aid/ CPR

• Fall Protection Certification

Benefits

• PTO

• Company-provided Healthcare

• Optional Vision & Dental

• Optional 401(k)

• Continuing education opportunities