Construction Technician - Solar

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. #LI-KC1 #solar #construction

Accountable for performing various assignments relating to all groups supporting solar construction activities. This position builds spreadsheets, analyzes trends, communicates information to site staff/departments, travels to construction sites, and performs other general work for construction departments.  

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with project controls activities including tracking cost and developing schedules  
• Develops spreadsheets as requested. Assists with construction estimates . Assists in pre-planning safety and health activities 
• Audits construction activities for compliance with company and project safety and health requirements 
• Assists in execution of safety and health program elements for their respective field. Performs shop inspections with the quality group 
• Reviews codes and requirements 
• May work with material applications. Assists procurement with logistics activities, packaging subcontracts for construction projects, and working with site materials management. Assists startup in the home office with proposal preparation, commodity evaluations, and spreadsheet tools development. Assists startup in the field with progress tracking, cost evaluations, turnover package development, system walkdowns, and punchlist maintenance. Performs various other assignments at the request of construction management . Completes all required training in the construction new graduate program. Analyzes and communicates results of designated assignments. Individual contributor with no subordinates 

Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Construction Science, Engineering, or Management preferred, or relevant experience 
• Some field experience strongly preferred  
• Solar construction experience is preferred
• Preferred Skills: Analytical skills. Multi-tasking skills. Communications skills, both written and oral. Initiative, self starter, highly motivated. Attention to detail. Interpersonal skills. Mathematical skills. Problem solving skills. Computer skills. Basic understanding of construction principles 

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.   
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. 
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. 
• Requires repetitive movement. 
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. 
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. 

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:  
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. 
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. 
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions 
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. 
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. 

Salary Plan

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