SolarCorps Construction Fellow

What is the SolarCorps Fellowship Program…

GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice!

 Note that we are recruiting for both standard and AmeriCorps fellowships.

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.

Partnership with AmeriCorps

The SolarCorps Fellowship Program is part of the AmeriCorps network of programs. 

Why do a Fellowship at GRID Alternatives...

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.

Summary of the role:

We are seeking a full-time SolarCorps Construction Fellow to engage with the construction team in solar PV installation. Construction SolarCorps members will serve directly on GRID's low income solar installation projects, helping complete all aspects of installation. Members with this experience go on to careers in solar installation, permitting, and design.  Note that we are recruiting for both standard and AmeriCorps fellowships.

What you will be doing:

• Participate in solar PV installation, service calls, inspections, site visits and system commissioning
• Support in material procurement preparation for staging and load equipment before and after installation projects
• Assist staff with installation package preparation
• Help organize and maintain project information in Salesforce
• Assist staff with preliminary designs

Your areas of knowledge and expertise...

Standard Fellowship Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• 11-month commitment 
• Clean, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work outdoors, on rooftops, and in extreme temperatures.
• A passion for environmental justice and clean energy
• Willingness to learn skills on the job
• Be comfortable in working with diverse communities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

AmeriCorps Fellowship Requirements

• To be eligible for AmeriCorps, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States.

Benefits and how we take care of you

AmeriCorps Fellowship Compensation:

• This is a full-time position with a stipend pay of $40,800 over 11 months (Approx $21.40.hr). 
• Members who complete 1700 hours of service with GRID and complete their contracted term of service will be eligible for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship

AmeriCorps Fellowship Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 10 days of personal time off and 13 holidays observed by GRID, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance, Childcare Assistance if Eligible, Resource Navigation through WorkLife Partnership 

OR

Standard Fellowship Compensation:

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay of $21.40 per hour, plus the benefits listed above. 
• Fellows who complete 1700 hours with GRID and complete their contracted term of service will be eligible for a $3,000 cash end of term award

Standard Fellowship Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, Accrued paid time off (PTO),13 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,  Resource Navigation through WorkLife Partnership  

Where you will sit & the places you may go…

The ideal candidate will sit in Los Angeles, CA. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.   

Important to note for California applicants:

 **Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP. 

Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability:

 If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: RECRUITING@GRIDALTERNATIVES.ORG 

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.   

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. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.