Assembly Technician - Planted Solar

First, the good news: The world now has over 1.7 terawatts of cumulative solar capacity and solar PV is the lowest-cost source of energy generation worldwide.

The challenge: The world must build 3 terawatts of new solar capacity every year for the next 25 years.

Planted is creating new technology to overhaul how the industry develops and builds solar power resources. And we need help. We're expanding our team of ambitious, curious, and hands-on engineers and operators. Come own large parts of product, company, or business development and help power the world with 100% clean energy.

About The Role

As Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for bringing our machines to life and completing structured field tests to validate performance and inform further design improvements. You will be expected to have a range of hands on skills. Anything from crimping wiring harnesses to assembling hydraulic fittings to assembling and operating large equipment will be in your purview. You will be working in a high-ownership, high-trust environment: We will trust you to figure out the best way to get it done, and you will own the results.  Expected pay range from $25-$30/hr and the target experience is 2-3 years.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Onsite 5 days a week, with some travel required
• Maintain and Assemble Machine Equipment 
• Wiring and Wire Harness Fabrication
• Testing and Field Support
• Receive and inventory incoming packages
• Track repair tickets in Jira or similar software

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years experience
• Able to read engineering drawings to assemble mechanical components
• Able to read electrical drawings and troubleshoot electrical problems
• Able to write brief reports
• Good communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Heavy construction or machine equipment experience
• Welding ability
• Experience working at heavy equipment rental or similar companies

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Physical activity to facilitate assembly, inventory management, and field testing.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

This will be a great fit if:

• You want to solve challenging problems
• You are biased toward action and focus on the vital work that drives the most impact
• You prioritize the physical and psychological safety of yourself and those around you
• You are humble, embrace change, and deliver and receive candid feedback
• You are optimistic about the future and can make tough decisions to help get there
• You have high expectations and coach, develop, and make time to help others

Planted Solar is an equal opportunity employer committed to growing inclusively, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. However you identify, or whatever background you bring with you, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.