MECHANICAL FOREMAN - CONSTRUCTION (Solar)

Full-time Description POSITION SUMMARY The Mechanical foreman is responsible for all mechanical and civil work as well as the personnel performing this work on a job site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead crews in the successful installation of ground mount, canopy, and roof mount racking systems

Coordinate and perform all underground excavation and trenching

Coordinate daily tasks in accordance with schedule and manpower

Create and update project 3-week schedules

Maintain daily reports, including head counts, hours worked by project and task, equipment use, materials received, and daily production

Complete project close-out documents to include QC reports, photos, and safety paperwork.

Monitor crew attendance, performance, and work quality

Supervise and train workers and tradespeople

Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met

Supervise the use of machinery and equipment

Optimize work equipment, tools, and methods to improve efficiency

Establishes & maintains production rates for crews to ensure schedules are met

Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget

Report on project progress to the General Superintendent or Assistant Superintendents

Advise the General Superintendent on the hiring and termination of employees

Other responsibilities as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS The work can be physically demanding. It involves frequently working in an outdoor environment in a variety of weather and working conditions. Workers may be subjected to extreme weather conditions and terrain, as well as physical circumstances involving extensive climbing, lifting, bending, and working in confined spaces.

It requires weekday and possibly weekend work on assigned sites and work supporting those assigned sites. Assigned sites may also require travel, overnight or extended stays. Sites typically are in the Southwestern United States.

Note: THIS IS A SITE SAFETY POSITION Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this position.

Equal Opportunity, affirmative Action Employer SOLON Corporation is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative Action Employer. We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other bases protected by law.

Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Education and Experience

High school diploma or diploma in a skilled trade

A minimum of 3 years of mechanical/racking/civil construction supervision/leadership experience

Strong knowledge of excavation and underground utilities

Proven experience as a commercial construction foreman/leader

In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OSHA guidelines

Electrical and/or Photovoltaic commercial construction is a plus

Other Competencies and Requirements

Ability to travel a minimum of 75% of the time for both in and out-of-state projects

Ability to read drawings, plans, and blueprints

Excellent organizational and leadership skills

Ability to communicate and report effectively

Aptitude in math

Problem-solving abilities

Good physical condition and stamina

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Benefits Offered

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Salary Description Hiring Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000/yr DOE

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