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Construction Operations Specialist (GLA) Los Angeles, CA
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware; GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 380 and growing!
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members.
Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
The Opportunity…

• Schedule all construction activities (site visits, design deadlines, installations, inspections) based on pipeline, homeowner availability, inventory, sponsorship goals, production goals, and construction capacity


• Coordinate with Outreach, Development, and Workforce Development departments as the liaison for Construction


• Manage and perform post installation service calls including RMAs, monitoring, troubleshooting (remotely and in the field)


• Communicate with homeowners, external contractors, etc to schedule any post-installation activities including inspections, service calls, etc. with excellent customer service


• Support the construction team operations such as creation of installation and inspection packages, leading residential project meetings, ensuring that all CRM data is inputted, etc.


• Work with Construction Manager to manage construction resources including company vehicles, crews, etc.


• Manage day-to-day project activities under the supervision of Construction Manager


• Assist and support the Construction department with all other duties as needed and assigned such as occasional participation in installations, inspection, etc.

What you need to bring to this role…

• Experience in PV system installation, design, and troubleshooting


• Excellent communication skills (ability to work with volunteers and clients, ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively)


• Flexibility and willingness to embrace change, go the extra mile, and bring ideas and energy to rapidly growing organization


• Willingness to work on evenings and weekends


• Valid driver's license and clean driving record


• Travel throughout neighboring counties


• Hired CA candidate must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP. This does not include cannabis testing as it is legal in CA.

It would be great if you also had…

• PV design experience NABCEP Certification


• Passion for sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or environmental justice, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place


• Experience in training and/or working with volunteers


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Sketchup or AutoCAD


• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM database

Where you will sit & the places you may go...
This position resides in our GLA regional office and may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required.
GRID Alternatives provides vehicles for work travel, and due to COVID-19 current guidelines, we may also require limited personal vehicle use. In the latter instance, GRID will provide travel reimbursement for work-related personal vehicle use in accordance with our payroll schedule. Additionally, all applicants will need a valid driver’s license and good driving record to be considered.
Let's Talk Money
This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience and within the pay range of
($18.00 - $30.00 per hour).
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),12 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.
Ready to Apply?
Submit both a resume and a cover letter describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
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