Jobs In Solar: Outside Renewable Energy Consultant (Boston Suburbs)

Date: 2012-03-29, 1:07PM EDT
Reply to: gg7z9-2929025268@job.craigslist.org

1st Light Energy, a national leader in solar energy, is looking for a highly motivated, men and women to join our street teams in Massachusetts. We are looking to fill this team with individuals who are not only able to generate high quality leads in their marketing efforts, but are also interested in joining a company where they can eventually develop into Outside Sales Representatives or Marketing Managers.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Generate high quality leads by conducting face-to-face marketing efforts
• Always be positive and enthusiastic about 1st Light Energy services.
• Maintain required record keeping and reporting of all activities.
• Be courteous, neat, clean and in proper attire at all times.
• Provide feedback of canvassing results.

You should possess the following attributes:
• Great people skills, self-motivation and an outgoing personality
• Reliable transportation and lines of communication

Results Expected:
• Generate highly qualified leads that are ready to go solar.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Excited about Sustainability and the environment
• Previous retail, direct sales or direct marketing experience preferrable.
• Extremely self-motivated and goal-oriented.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time.
• Reliable, professional appearance & punctual.
• Coachable with the ability to take constructive feedback.
• Upbeat and persuasive personality a must.

Compensation/Hours - Lead Generation/Canvassing: Hours 1p-7pm (Mon-Fri & Some "Money Days" or Saturdays) - $11 hourly wage plus $25/appointment incentive for appointment setting. It is not unusual for team members to set 3-5 appointments in a 6 hour day and make $800 to $1,000 per week!!

Send us a current resume and tell us why you are the perfect candidate. We are looking to hire immediately.

About Us:
1st Light Energy is a fast growing leader in the Solar Installation industry with operations, marketing and sales offices in California, New Jersey and Massachusetts. 1st Light Energy has been installing solar energy systems for over a decade.

• Location: Boston, MA Suburbs
• Compensation: Hourly + Commission/Incentive per Appointment + Weekly Incentives/Competitions
• This is a part-time job.

Renting Rooftops in Exchange for Solar Panels

New Energy for Life has created a platform for homeowners and commercial property owners to rent out their rooftops to solar providers in exchange for a deal on solar panels. For a one-time fee of $50 a homeowner can list their roof as available to rent to solar providers and can be contacted to contract an agreement. Anyone anywhere in the world can use this site it's not just for North American visitors.

Three options are available to rooftop owners who want solar panels but also want to avoid the upfront costs. A solar installation company will contact you to discuss the best option for you and then get started with the process of installation.

The non-profit site also lets solar providers list their projects they would like to pursue and try to find homeowners and commercial properties who are agreeable to their terms.

Homeowners and commercial property owners should take the time to read the details in any contract or have your lawyer check out your contract before signing.

More at New Energy for Life.

Good idea to check out their FAQS Page.

The American Apparel Method of Cleaning Solar Panels

American Apparel has installed 150 kilowatts of solar panels on their rooftop and have developed a unique cleaning method for panel maintenance. Our guess is that most panel installers wouldn't recommend this method to keep panels clean. As one reader commented in the article, this type of pressure on the panel can cause tiny fractures in the cells. Sliding off the rooftop panels would probably cause large fractures in your bones when using this method.

Details at Huffington Post.

Jobs In Solar: Safety and Quality Clerk-Part Time (San Luis Obispo CA)

Date: 2012-03-22, 3:03PM PDT
Reply to: see below

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing clerical support for the REC Solar (Mainstream Energy and AEE Solar) Safety & Quality Department.

Duties and responsibilities

Maintain up to date Safety and Quality department databases (incident, training, etc. . .) and metrics
Provide notification to supervisors/managers of employees who's certifications need renewal
Support local teams with coordination of new or renewal trainings for new or existing employees
Maintain accurate and up to date Safety & Quality Department recordkeeping data (i.e.: training/weekly safety meeting rosters, training tests, certifications, incident forms, IIRCCA forms, Safety Bulletins, exposure, and inspection/auditing records, etc. . .)

Requirements (knowledge, skills, Education, Certifications and Experience)
High School diploma required, some college education preferred
1-3 years of work experience in an office setting
Strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail
Strong computer knowledge, including MS Office, email, internet, database management
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Desired - basic knowledge of OSHA guidelines (federal and/or state OSHA programs)
Desired - some level of construction background/understanding
Clean DMV, drug test results, and background check

Positions supervised
None

Physical demands/Essential functions:
Prolonged sitting and occasional prolonged standing
Prolonged work at computer station
Infrequent but possible physical effort (lifting/moving/pushing/pulling up to max 50lbs)
Need full range of mobility in upper and lower body
Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to: standing, squatting, stooping, bending over, and kneeling needed.

APPLY ONLINE AT: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RECSOLAR&cws=5&rid=1516

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Compensation:  Depending on Experience
This is a part-time job.

Possible Solar Panel Import Duties For Chinese Manufacturers

A decision by the U.S. Commerce Department will have Chinese solar panel manufacturers paying import duties of up to 5 percent. The mild duty on Chinese panels is in response to U.S. solar panel producers accusing the Chinese of government backing and dumping panels as well as solar cells onto the U.S. market.

The duties will be looked at and voted on by an independent government panel to before they begin in July. Other possible fines against the Chinese are "anti-dumping" tariffs based on the belief they're selling or dumping solar panels and cells onto the American market below market prices.

Chinese panel producers as well as some of their U.S. clients warn the anti-dumping fines could result in U.S. solar industry job loss and higher prices for consumers.

The Commerce Department expects a decision on the duties by the end of June.

Details at the Wall Street Journal.

Solar Electric Cabin

Here's an interesting example of using a small simple solar electric system to power up a small cabin. It's run on several solar panels, batteries, controller, inverter and a monitor for a couple of thousand dollars. This is a real life example of what the Solar Decathlon is about - building simple homes and using a light solar electric system to provide energy for vital appliances and light.

Jobs In Solar: Energy Efficiency Site Auditor NY

Date: 2012-03-13, 8:09PM EDT
Reply to: see below




Job Description:

The Energy Efficiency Site Auditor will provide professional residential energy efficiency audit and building analysis services that include:

· Conducting blower door, duct blaster, combustion safety and CAZ tests.
· Develop scopes of work that include weatherization and HVAC measures to save energy and improve comfort, health and safety.
· Enter data into software programs, and creating reports, and writing contracts
· Working with customers to prioritize improvements and close sales.

Responsibilities include:

· Develop a positive relationship with customers to establish rapport and to gather house data and measurements.
· Conduct Home Performance with Energy Star style test in audits, including blower door, duct blaster, infrared camera, combustion safety and CAZ tests.
· Conduct visual site audit taking measurements, gathering data, and taking digital photos.
· Enter test results and site data into software programs to generate reports and proposed contracts.


Requirements

· A minimum of three (3) years experience in a discipline related to construction or building sciences; estimating or site auditing experience is preferred.
· High School or Trade School degree in a discipline related to construction or building sciences; college degree in relevant field is preferred.
· Excellent written and verbal communications skills required in order to prepare documents and conduct meetings with customers.
· BPI certifications in Building Analyst, Envelope Professional.
· BPI certifications in Heating Professional preferred.
· Lead based paint training preferred.
· Familiar with OSHA safety requirements. OSHA 10 hr preferred.
· Proficiency with computers and various applications including MS Office and SolarCity proprietary software.
· Knowledge of site surveying, construction sequencing, construction methods and materials practices; knowledge of residential electrical systems is preferred.
· Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools.
· Previous weatherization or insulation experience preferred.
· Knowledge of HVAC and building performance is preferred.
· Good knowledge of basic 120v residential electrical is preferred.
· Some knowledge of basic HVAC installation and code is preferred.
· Graduates of weatherization training programs preferred.
· Effectively work with others and to be part of a team.
· All candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment background and drug screen
· Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, comfortably lift 50+ pounds repetitively, and must be able to work on your feet for long periods of time
· Ability to work in extreme environments, e.g. hot sun, below freezing, crawl spaces, etc.

SolarCity® is a national leader in solar power and energy efficiency services.

TO APPLY: Please apply via our website: http://www.solarcity.com/hr/505/69/Site-Auditor---Energy-Efficiency.aspx

Location:  Westchester, NY

• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.

Home Energy Credit for Energy Saving Equipment

If you installed energy-saving equipment during 2011 the IRS has a few tips.  You can claim credits for certain types of equipment such as solar panels, solar water heater, wind turbines, insulation, energy-efficient doors and windows, etc.

You can download the Residential Energy Credits Form 5695 from the IRS website.

More details at Westport Patch.

Jobs In Solar: Professional Solar Installers Needed! (Southern California)

Date: 2012-03-08, 5:15PM PST
Reply to: txwwx-2892170957@job.craigslist.org

In this position, the Installer will provide support to the installation team, communicate job status data to the operations management, and ensure the completion of installation of all solar arrays/systems. It is the responsibility of every Installer to ensure safe work practices for the installation team.

Responsibilities
• Pulling inventory for each installation job
• Pre-assemble job components in the warehouse
• Layout and assembly of solar modules / array and mounting hardware
• Mechanical/structural mounting of racking, modules and electrical equipment
• Electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)
• Document completion of completed installation
• Clean up of job site
• Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety

Requirements
•Team player!
•Proficiency with Email and other IT preferred
•Previous experience in PV installations, roof work, general construction, or carpentry strongly preferred
•Basic understanding/experience with electrical wiring of AC and DC systems strongly preferred
•Experience with the safe use of hand-held and power tools
•Experience working with all types of building materials - various roof types - stucco, wood, concrete, etc. strongly preferred
•Ability to work in extreme environments, e.g. hot sun, crawl spaces, etc.
•Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
•Must have a clean driving record
•Must have knowledge of OSHA compliance standards or familiarity with formal safety practices

Email Resume and Cover Letter for consideration.

Location:  Southern California
Compensation:  DOE/Depends On Experience

GM Idling Volt Production for Five Weeks

GM's spokesman Randy Fox said that GM has no intention of pulling the plug on the hyped and criticized Volt. Their "dreams do come true" forecast of getting 45,000 annual sales has crashed. Chevy has awakened to the fact that only 7,671 of the electric vehicles were sold in 2011 roughly 3 thousand less than forecast.

As a result, over a thousand workers were temporarily let go while GM delayed production of the Volt in order to adjust their inventory. The five week production halt is not a sign that GM is giving up on the Volt they maintain.

Chevy's compact Cruze offers 40mpg and costs half of what the Volt does currently and sales are booming. In addition, a new breed of "mild" or "micro" hybrids will cause people to pause before agreeing to buy the more expensive controversial Volt.

Car industry analysts are theorizing the public will consider getting milder cheaper versions of the Volt and Leaf if prices are lowered and safety is the top consideration.

More Chevy Volt talk at Washington Post.

Installing Solar Panels on a House

Jobs In Solar: Solar Sales (Washington NJ)

Date: 2012-03-01, 6:39PM EST
Reply to: hnjn4-2879727002@job.craigslist.org

Sky High Energy is New Jersey's largest Residential and Commercial solar provider. We are growing our door to door sales force. No Experience Necessary! You're canvassing neighborhoods and getting people interested in the idea of powering their home or business with Sky High Energy solar panels. You get a Salary and Commission for any appointments generated that go Solar with Sky High Energy. Successful smart circle team members will receive ongoing training to advance through the sales ranks. A Smart Phone, computer, and transportation are required. Our best team members have sold alarms, home improvement, cable, satellite, energy, kirby, and heating oil door to door. Any energy broker that has worked for Viridian, Constellation, or Gateway will find life at Sky High Energy is the perfect fit. The Commission is sky high!

Please forward your resume and you will be contacted for an interview if qualified. No Phone Calls Will Be Taken for Position!

• Location: Washington NJ
• Compensation: Salary + Commission