Solar Laborer - Georgia

Position Overview

The Solar Laborer supports solar construction operations by performing general physical and manual tasks under the supervision of a foreman or superintendent. This position plays a vital role in maintaining productivity, efficiency, and safety on the job site by assisting skilled craft workers and ensuring work areas remain organized and hazard-free.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the unloading, staging, and distribution of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Prepare work areas by clearing debris, leveling ground, and setting up necessary tools or supplies.
• Support installation crews in assembling solar racking systems, modules, and electrical components.
• Dig trenches, backfill, and assist with site grading as required.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently under supervision.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of work areas to ensure a safe and organized job site.
• Follow all company, site-specific, and OSHA safety standards and participate in daily safety meetings.
• Assist skilled tradespeople as directed, including electricians, operators, and installers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support project needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous construction or solar experience is an asset but not required.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic knowledge of tools, materials, and construction practices.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or kneel for long periods, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification.
• Prior experience working on utility-scale solar or renewable energy projects.
• NCCER Core or equivalent industry training.

Core Competencies

• Safety Awareness: Consistently follows safety protocols and promotes a safe working environment.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with crew members and maintains positive communication.
• Reliability: Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Adaptability: Willing to take on varied tasks and adjust to changing project demands.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures tasks are completed accurately and to quality standards.

Physical

• Must comply with PCL’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by PCL.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
• Able to carry 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. PCL policy requires getting assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).
• Must work all hours needed at the jobsite and possible weekends with short notice.

Safety/Environment

• Knowledge solar construction site hazards which may require special precautions and PPE. Knowledge of power generating plant and cement plant hazards and special PPE.
• Must undertake the appropriate safety/environmental training commensurate with the position and location.
• Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures as needed or directed in a safe manner.
• Must be able to read and understand safety instructions, signs, labels, and permits in English.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Per diem (if applicable)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)

PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work everyday. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

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