Solar Mechanical Lead

Solar Mechanical Lead Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $28 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) 8% Match Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Forklift Certification Project team coordination CPR Certification Mechanical assembly Photovoltaic system installation Construction safety management Equipment installation First aid OSHA 10 Mid-level Forklift 3 years OSHA 30 Team development Working as a solar technician First Aid Certification Quality control Construction team management Team lead experience Quality inspection JobTread Quality control operations Quality standards in production Mechanical system installation projects NABCEP Certification Renewable energy installations Training Construction project closeout Leadership Production records Delegation Mechanical knowledge Solar technician experience (3-5 years) Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description Position:

Solar Mechanical Lead Company:

Jefferson Energy Location:

Indianapolis, IN Reports To:

Solar Project Manager Travel:

Up to 75% (company-paid lodging, transportation, and per diem).

Schedule:

• Full time
• Overtime when required
• Monday-Thursday if traveling out of state, Monday-Friday if in state
• Prevailing wage work options

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience ($28/hr-$36/hr)
• PTO (>6 Months 40 Hours, >12 Months 80 Hours, >36 Months 120 Hours, up to 40 hour rollover/year)
• Company-provided Healthcare (full employee-only medical insurance)
• Optional Vision & Dental
• Optional 401(k) (25% 401k match up to 8% of pay)
• Continuing education & advancement opportunities

Position Summary:

The Solar Mechanical Lead oversees the assembly and installation of mechanical components for commercial and industrial solar projects (250 kW - 5 MW+): racking, modules, wire management, layout, and staging. This role ensures mechanical installation is accurate, efficient, and meets Jefferson Energy's standards for safety and quality.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Mechanical Leadership:

• Lead mechanical installation crews (4-8 employees).
• Train team members in racking assembly, module installation, torque sequences, wire management, and layout.
• Delegate tasks to ensure production targets and workmanship standards are met.

Project Execution:

• Complete preconstruction layout including array positioning, attachment layout, and material staging.
• Install racking, modules, grounding, wire management, and balance-of-system components.
• Coordinate closely with AC Lead and Foreman to maintain project flow.

Quality & Safety:

• Conduct daily quality checks on racking, torqueing, wire management, and overall array workmanship.
• Lead site safety practices including PPE enforcement and fall protection adherence.
• Use torque tools and QC equipment to ensure all mechanical systems meet manufacturer and project specifications.

Documentation:

• Maintain material inventories, daily production logs, and planning for upcoming work.
• Assist with punch lists and close-out documentation.
• Support drone-based documentation when applicable.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 3-5 years mechanical racking/module installation experience.
• 2-4 years leading small teams.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical solar systems, components, and installation sequencing.
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs repeatedly and work at varying rooftop heights.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• State electrical licensure (any level)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• First Aid/CPR
• Forklift / Telehandler
• MEWP / Lull certifications

NABCEP PV

Associate

• JobTread familiarity

Pay:

$28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have the ability to lift 75+ lbs repeatedly and work at varying rooftop heights?

Experience:

mechanical racking/module installation: 3 years (Required) leading small teams: 2 years (Required) mechanical solar systems/components/installation sequencing: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Indianapolis, IN 46278 (Required)

Work Location:

In person