Do you want to have a fulfilling career, learning valuable skills in a growing industry, while making a difference for the environment and the planet? You’ve come to the right place!
Inferno Solar Ltd. is an Alberta-based, family-owned solar company. We install solar systems that make a difference – hundreds and thousands of panels at a time. Our goal is to provide Clean Energy Solutions for Canadians, and we feel the commercial sector is key to doing this as it has the highest impact for the lowest input cost.
Our projects are on commercial buildings – flat roofs and sheet metal roofs, in Edmonton, Calgary, and smaller cities and towns across Alberta & BC. There is some travel (25%) required with this position.
We are hiring a motivated Solar Foreman who wants to learn and grow in the clean energy industry. This is a full-time position based out of Edmonton and surrounding sites and will report to our Field Supervisor.
Why work at Inferno Solar?
- Lots of new construction work close to Edmonton in light industrial and commercial solar
- Work on exciting and fast-paced projects with leadership that listens to your concerns
- Opportunity for growth and career advancement in a rapidly growing company
- Work at a company with a sterling reputation for quality, safety, & core values
- Competitive hourly wage, performance bonus, and benefits program
Responsibilities
- Installation & commissioning of solar systems on flat roofs, pitched roofs, and ground mount systems
- Foreman duties including coordination of equipment, material purchasing, site and personnel management, task delegation, etc.
- Installation & commissioning of EV chargers, underground conduit, etc
- Installation of associated electrical equipment including cable tray, conduit, wiring, inverters, battery banks, breakers, panelboards, splitters, disconnects, etc.
- Commission solar monitoring systems and inverters
- Troubleshoot inverter error codes and warnings
- Electrical construction work between solar projects such as lighting retrofits
- Supervise and mentor apprentices
- Be a friendly, knowledgeable representative of the company to clients on site
- Interpret single line diagrams and electrical layout drawings
- Work at heights & in inclement weather (wind, rain, sun, cold, heat)
- Perform job site safety assessments. Adhere to safety policies.
- Construction: In between QA/QC, material ordering, and scheduling, assist construction crews with installation work.
- Commissioning. Perform ongoing commissioning to ensure seamless operation and final evaluations to confirm that all systems are fully operational.
- Interpret Blueprints and Schematics: Read and interpret electrical drawings to guide installations and ensure alignment with project specs and timelines.
Secondary Accountabilities:
- Ensure work is completed safely. Ensure you and direct reports are adhering to safety policies (internal and external).
- Ensure work is completed with utmost quality. Ensure direct reports are adhering to quality control process. Ensure the finished product is completed professionally and safely.
- Coordinate material ordering, equipment rentals, travel, & accommodations as required
- Coordinate rough-in and final inspections based on progress with your direct lead.
- Maintain Equipment: If a tool, lift, vehicle or other equipment is broken, unsafe, or needs attention, bring it to your supervisor’s attention and plan to get it repaired.
- Market and sell services as an electrical foreman for other commercial electrical opportunities.
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues using expertise and electrical testing equipment.
The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate how they are a match for our corporate values:
- Provide Solutions
- Put yourself in the shoes of the customer
- Own the outcome
- Do what you say
- Continuous Learning
- Set people up to succeed
Requirements:
- Journeyman or Red Seal certification
- Strong background & technical expertise in commercial & light industrial
- 1+ years as a Journeyman/Journeywoman
- 1+ years in the field as Foreman/Forewoman
- 1+ years of commercial solar experience
- 1+ years of commercial electrical experience
- Class 5 driver’s license with clean record
- Current valid safety tickets: CSTS, First Aid, AWP, Fall Arrest
- Highly capable with all types of software including Bluebeam Revu, SiteDocs, OneDrive/SharePoint, and Microsoft Word & Excel
- Thorough understanding of ethernet & wireless networks
Assets:
- Solar training (SAIT, NAIT, Solar Alberta, CanSIA, NABCEP, SEI, etc)
- Troubleshooting / maintenance experience
- Forklift, skid steer, or telehandler operator training & experience is an asset
- Willing to travel for work, as needed
- Electrical Safety Training System ESTS/ Arc Flash training
- Proficient with technology & Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc
Benefits:
- Company sponsored events and team building activities
- Professional development through formal courses
- Competitive compensation
- Performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work hours
- Vacation/stat pay
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour
Experience:
- Solar: 1 year (preferred)
- Commercial Electrical: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers License (required)
- Journeyman and/or Red Seal Electrician Certificate (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
