Job Description

Overview:

The Inspection Technician is responsible for scheduling, performing and recording all required inspections for installed projects, per each jurisdiction. These inspections lead to successful sign-off and milestone completion, allowing an installation to become operational.

Responsibilities:

Inspections Technician Responsibilities:

Perform jurisdictional solar, electrical, or building inspections as scheduled
Coordinating jurisdictional inspections with customers and jurisdictions
Technical Abilities, including but not limited to, reading blueprints or plans, using tools and equipment, testing wiring or circuitry, NEC code and basic electrical theory knowledge
Maintain an organized and efficient calendar, highlighting existing appointments, as well as availability for additional inspections
Create a positive and lasting customer experience, discussing project timelines post inspection signoff, documenting and communicating concerns internally
Use software systems to record, maintain and update project specific milestones and tasks
Executing unforeseeable minor punch list items such as painting conduit, applying NEC stickers/placards, etc.
Completing other branch responsibilities as needed

Senior Inspections Technician Responsibilities:

Electrical Experience is preferred and/or required.  3-5 years of relevant PV experience, or general electrical apprenticeship.
Maintaining scheduling density for all Inspection techs.
Handle escalated code issues associated with inspections.
Delegate inspection resources to meet cycle time goals.
Perform jurisdictional solar, electrical, or building inspections as scheduled
Coordinating jurisdictional inspections with customers and jurisdictions
Technical Abilities, including but not limited to, reading blueprints or plans, using tools and equipment, testing wiring or circuitry, NEC codes as applied to the solar industry and robust electrical theory knowledge.
Maintain an organized and efficient calendar, highlighting existing appointments, as well as availability for additional inspections
Create a positive and lasting customer experience, discussing project timelines post inspection signoff, documenting and communicating concerns internally
Use software systems to record, maintain and update project specific milestones and tasks
Completing other branch responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma is required, college degree is preferred
1-3+ years of previous field construction experience preferred
PV design or PV Electrical experience is preferred
PV installation experience is preferred
Knowledge of local jurisdictional and/or national code requirements is preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check. Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license

REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER SKILLS)

Must be a motivated team player, looking to succeed 
Excellent customer service skills 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to interact with customers in a courteous and professional manner
Strong computer skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently)
Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces which requires kneeling and crouching

Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment
Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions