Inspection Specialist

Inspection Specialist

Pay: $34.51 - $40.41 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday, occasional Friday hours

Since 2002, PV Squared has provided custom solar energy solutions to businesses, nonprofits and homeowners in the Pioneer Valley and surrounding regions. We are driven by a commitment to building a healthier environment, strengthening the communities we serve, and practicing workplace democracy. We see our people as our most valued asset and we believe our greatest impact can only be achieved collectively.

Minimum Requirements:

● Valid Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License in good standing ● Stable active work history in the electrical trade ● Safe work history ● Comfortable working on various buildings and structures, carrying up to 50lbs at all heights and working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions. ● Reliable transportation, a current driver’s license and clean driving history ● Proficient working with smart phones, tablets and computers

Summary of Role

- The Inspection Specialist holds a State of Massachusetts Journeyman license, which is in good standing with the MA Board of State Examiners of Electricians, and is responsible for meeting town electrical inspectors during and at the conclusion of installations.

- Must maintain an active driver’s license and practice conscientious, safe driving in company vehicles, and represent PV Squared positively. Maintain an active DOT physical card. Must be insurable by the company's auto insurance policy.

- Must be OSHA 10 Certified.

- Work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions.

- They report directly to the Installation Team Manager.

- This is an hourly-based, full-time position on the Installation Team.

- Cross-training and work outside of core work responsibilities may be necessary to support the operational needs of the cooperative.

Core Responsibilities

- Very comfortable with referencing and implementing the National Electric Code.

- Act as company liaison with town electrical inspectors regarding work as needed.

- Follow up with inspectors to close out work orders and permits

- Coordinate rough and final electrical, building, and fire inspections as needed for project close-out.

- Attend on-site inspections (rough and final as needed) with AHJ inspectors.

- Able to troubleshoot and navigate basic to complex/large electrical systems.

- Prepared to close out punchlist items, including commissioning, grounding, stickers, photos, and electrical/communications troubleshooting as needed.

- Adherence to all PV Squared Policies & Procedures

- Comfortable communicating in all PV Squared Software and Systems, including:

- Google Suite including: Drive / Sheets / Docs / Calendar / Meet

- Slack - proficient in

- Email - proficient in

- Scoop (experience with any Solar CRM & Project Management software helpful, will train)

- Workforce timekeeping

- SolarEdge Go App

- other product-specific software

- Training & Meetings:

- Participate in the weekly crew meetings and trainings

- Electrical NEC classes for maintaining or furthering electrical license

What We Offer:

- A collaborative, cooperative and democratic work environment

- Competitive wage compensation and a generous benefits package, including: Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid time off plus holidays

- 401(k) with employer contribution

- Company cell phone and other reimbursements

- Disability and life insurance

- Path to shared worker-ownership of the business and profit sharing

- Participation in group decision making and cooperative governance

- Professional development and technical training stipends

We are looking for people who are passionate about making a positive impact and being part of a cooperative environment. As a worker-owned cooperative, we take pride in our work and we respect the investments our clients are making. We’ve built our reputation on strong word of mouth, quality craftsmanship, and outstanding client care. We are an anti-oppression organization committed to anti-racism and ongoing learning, reflection, and showing up for the communities in which we live and work. The collective sum of our individual differences contributes to the work we proudly produce and the collaborative approach we take.

PV Squared is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.51 - $40.41 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Employee discount

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Greenfield, MA 01301 (Required)

Work Location: In person