Entry Level PV Designer
Department: Design
Location: Orem, UT
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: $16/hr - $18/hr
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, & Life and Accident insurance, and an HSA Savings Account
Complete Solar is a residential solar company dedicated to making clean, renewable energy accessible and affordable for everyone. As climate change continues to impact our world, we focus on creating a brighter, more sustainable future for both people and the planet. We sell directly to consumers and provide a seamless experience from sales and installation to financing and ongoing support. At Complete Solar, we are a value-driven organization that strives to develop a high-trust culture, operate efficiently, and continuously improve. If that sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply today! Join us in revolutionizing the solar industry and building a greener tomorrow.
Position Summary: Designers area critical piece of the solar installation process. The work completed by Design is a direct reflection of the customer’s preference and install capabilities. As a new Designer, you’ll work directly on our Design team, starting as a Design Trainee and reporting to the Design Trainer for the first 12 weeks. Successful completion of Design training yields advancement into Designer I level and responsibility for creating designs to be installed on residential homes, as well as preparing professional documentation for various jurisdictions nationwide. Designers must communicate effectively with sales representatives, co-workers, and field technicians to ensure accurate installation across solar projects. They identify problems to create solutions with minimal direction and see them through to completion. Candidates may be hired for this specific position, but are ultimately hired as employees of Complete Solar. Therefore, candidates should expect their responsibilities to change as the needs of the business change. We ask all new employees to be flexible and approach each new opportunity with a go-getter attitude.
Essential Duties:
- Design solar projects using multiple programs and software, referencing structural, electrical and fire codes nationwide
- Create permit applications for submission in different jurisdictions
- Make informed decisions to maximize solar potential on residential projects
- Answer phone calls quickly and professionally – with great customer service
- Communicate clearly with coworkers in office and in the field to ensure high quality solar installations
- Effectively use the available software: CRM, Excel, SiteCapture, AutoCAD, Aurora
Minimum Qualifications:
- Has at least a high school diploma or equivalent
- Self-motivated
- Communicate effectively, professionally, and kindly
- Multitask, manage time well, be organized, and stay busy with work-related tasks
- Be a go-getter who is willing to take on initiative/responsibility, solve issues, and create results
- Communicate well with people of varied backgrounds and ability levels
- Learn, track and follow up on details
- Take responsibility for individual and shared tasks
- Be resilient when faced with challenges
- Experience in any CAD software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; specifically, Excel
- Successful track record of continued professional growth
- Demonstrated ability to learn new computer and technical programs quickly
Key Competencies:
- At least one year of customer service experience
- Experience in AutoCAD preferred
- Two years’ experience in the solar industry or one year experience in PV design preferred
- 95%+ attendance and schedule adherence, request time off in advance, does not miss excessive work due to sick/personal day
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Regular periods of sitting or standing may be required by this position. In addition, this position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel should be expected with this role as well.