Carpenter (Residential Solar)
Description
Position at Freedom Forever
Pay range $28/hr. to $34/hr. (DOE) + Benefits
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Carpenter will
report
directly to the
Production
Manager and encompass a strong knowledge base for carpentry and general handyman skills.
This position is responsible for completing customer service calls
throughout their assigned
region.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify and isolate roof leaks
Repair stucco, siding, drywall, and soffit damage
Complete minor solar electrical work
Perform rivet placards, dig trenches,
repair
roofs and/or ground mounts
Notate any issues that require correcting and
notify the Production
Manager
Service, add, or remove solar panel systems when necessary
Review job site pictures and gather all necessary parts to ensure inspection successfully passes
Perform onsite pre-inspection prior to the arrival
of the inspector
Open electrical panels and/or junction boxes for easy access and inspector’s visibility
Set up and tie off ladders for the city/county inspectors
Maintain company
vehicles
serviced and stocked with necessary materials
Ensure a safe working environment through strict adherence to and enforcement of company and industry safety standards
Identify gaps and risks in safety standards and
make
recommendations
to management
Ensure tasks are performed according to organizational requirements for quality management and environmental, health and safety standards, policies, and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Certifications:
High School Graduate or GED
Minimum licensing requirement to legally perform the job in each market
Experience:
Must have a minimum 1-year experience in carpentry
A minimum of 2 years’ experience roofing/carpentry/handyman
Experience with all AHJ guidelines
within the region
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong interpersonal and human relations
Attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Regular, reliable. and predictable attendance
Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Special Skills & Training:
Familiarity with electrical plans and field layouts
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Good motivation with an attention to productivity, detail, and safety
Able to work
safely
with heights on ladders and in confined areas
Able to read and understand plans
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ABILITIES
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Stand for long periods of time
Walk or run for long periods of time
Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles
Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
Repeat the same movements
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
Determine the distance between objects
Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
Understand the speech of another person
Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
See between colors, shades, and brightness
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
Constant need of peripheral vision
Frequently lift, push, or pull 50-70 pounds
Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, , , , , , , (40 and over), (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental , genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following: Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene.