Solar Installer

**Solar Installer**

**Calgary, Alberta**

**$22-$27 per hour**

**Full-time Permanent**

**Shift Energy Group** is seeking a **Solar Installer** to join our Field Crew in **Calgary, AB**. This position is a full-time permanent position. The Solar installer will install solar racking and modules to connect residential and commercial solar PV systems. On-the-job training will be provided.

Shift is a leading design-builder of solar and energy storage projects. At Shift, we lead the Canadian Solar Industry with a vision for unparalleled success. Our culture thrives on efficiency, adaptability, resiliency, and growth, driving us to set industry benchmarks through constant innovation.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures as specified by system designers.
- Assemble rooftop equipment and properly seal all roof penetrations.
- Perform trenching, concrete work and equipment assembly as required.
- Interface with Crew Lead and Field Manager to ensure compliance with system design and necessary codes
- Provide an exceptional customer experience to all customers throughout the process.
- Work primarily with others on a crew of 3

Safety is a primary focus at Shift, and every team member is responsible for ensuring safe work practices.

**Working Conditions**:

- Outdoor field work occurs in adverse weather conditions and has a normal hazard associated with construction sites.
- This position requires climbing, working at heights, and/or working within confined spaces.
- This position requires the ability to safely handle tools and materials such as ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards, and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
- This position requires performing repetitious duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
- This position requires working on rooftops of different heights, pitches, and slopes, each with its unique challenges.

**Qualifications**:

- A minimum of one year of experience installing solar panels or roofing in a residential/commercial setting.
- Previous Experience in roof work, general construction, or carpentry.
- A valid fall protection training certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hiring.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to provide a driving abstract.
- Willing to provide Criminal record check.
- A positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment.

**Skills**:

- Comfortably work in an active construction environment and operate standard hand tools as needed to perform various roofing and installation tasks.
- Ability to follow all safety instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to take on installation jobs on structures like residential homes or commercial buildings with different roof heights, slopes or conditions.
- Ability to Lift or maneuver materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Excellent Organization and communication skills
- Positive attitude and Punctuality

**We Offer**:

- Competitive salary and wellness programs.
- Paid vacation, sick leave.
- On-site training.
- Safety Training
- A positive and inclusive work culture with regular company events.

**Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**:
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.

**Working at Shift**:
This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter to join a young, dynamic organization with growth and personal development opportunities. We power change. Our commitment is to unlock solar energy's full potential for a brighter, sustainable future.

**Join us in shaping the future of the solar industry in Canada.**

Pay: $22.00-$27.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience working on heights?
- What stage of interviews are you at with other companies? (First round, second round, or final round)

**Experience**:

- Construction: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

**Location**:

- Calgary, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person