SolarCorps Workforce Technical Training Fellow

What is the Solar Corps Fellowship Program…

GRID Alternatives’ Solar Corps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice!

a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

We are seeking a full-time Solar Corps Workforce Development Fellow to engage with the workforce team to support GRID’s workforce development initiatives. Members are trained and supervised by GRID's workforce development team to provide employability skills and job opportunities in solar to the community. Members will support GRID’s solar job training programs through recruitment efforts, facilitating technical and employment readiness workshops, and providing placement support.

As these trainees gain education and experience, the members also gain skills in solar installation and program management that will be transferable within the renewable energy, education, and nonprofit industries.

• Assist in teaching solar and clean energy workshops and labs
• Attend local events to promote community awareness of GRID’s training programs
• Assist in recruiting and selecting trainees, and follow up if needed
• Assist in trainee installation days
• Support in the creation and documentation of required documents (ex. DAC-SASH projects, IREC Accreditation)
• Participate in solar installations

• Must be 18 years or older
• 11-month commitment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively
• Comfortable being part of a team
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills
• Interest and enthusiasm for renewable energy, community development, and helping families and communities in need.
• Availability for an in-person Mid-Year weeklong Career Readiness Retreat in California

• Clean, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Google, Calendaring

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay of $21.40 per hour, plus the benefits listed above.
• Fellows who complete 1700 hours with GRID and complete their contracted term of service will be eligible for a $3,000 cash end of term award

• Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, Accrued paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance

The ideal candidate will sit in Denver, CO. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

** Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine,…