Solar Field Helper / Trainee / Warehouse

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Solar Field Helper / Trainee / Warehouse

Trenton, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    This entry-level role introduces individuals to solar maintenance operations while providing critical field and warehouse support. The position emphasizes safety, reliability, organization, and basic technical exposure — without independent electrical or diagnostic work. It prepares candidates for

    Key Responsibilities

    • Accompany technicians to job sites and assist with site setup and breakdown.
    • Stage ladders, cones, tarps, and safety equipment.
    • Carry tools, equipment, and replacement parts.
    • Take site photos as directed and maintain safe distances from energized equipment.
    • Follow all safety protocols and roof-access rules.
    • Receive, log, and organize incoming equipment and parts in the warehouse.
    • Pick and stage materials for daily jobs; assist with inventory counts.
    • Label and store components properly; maintain clean workspaces.
    • Prepare return shipments (RMAs) under direction.
    • Assist with loading vehicles and report any equipment or vehicle issues.
    • Complete company safety onboarding and basic solar awareness training.
    • Observe troubleshooting in the field without participating.

    What This Role Cannot Do

    • Perform independent field or electrical work.
    • Conduct diagnostics or make technical decisions.
    • Work on roofs without direct technician supervision.
    • Provide technical customer support.
    • Sign off on completed jobs or documentation.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • Ability to work outdoors and at heights.
    • Ability to lift and carry tools and materials safely.
    • Strong reliability, teamwork, and communication skills.
    • Valid driver’s license preferred.

    Load and unload vehicles and secure materials properly. Drive material from warehouse to job or job to job.

    Level 1 — Solar Field Helper / Trainee / Warehouse promotion to Apprentice Solar Maintenance Technician.

    Typical Experience Band

    0–1 years (entry-level).

    Promotion to Apprentice (Level 1)

    Advancement requires consistent safety habits, reliability, professional conduct, proper tool handling, organized warehouse practices, and successful completion of an L0 ® L1 competency test covering basic safety, ladder skills, tool identification, solar component awareness, and teamwork evaluation.

  • Compensation
    $54,000 per year