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Overview: Beitzel Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Solar Foreman to lead field teams in the installation of utility-scale, ground-mount solar systems (1–25 MWDC) and to support a wide range of industrial, mechanical, and construction projects. This is a working foreman role—you won’t just supervise the job, you’ll be in the field getting it done, side-by-side with your crew. This role calls for someone with strong mechanical knowledge, a proactive mindset, and the ability to support and oversee projects from the ground up. In addition to solar, you’ll work on diverse industrial and mechanical construction jobs, so adaptability and a solid base in construction fundamentals are key. Basic electrical knowledge in an industrial setting is a strong plus. If you thrive in the outdoors, enjoy leading hands-on teams, and want to be part of building renewable energy infrastructure and other essential systems, this opportunity is for you.
Responsibilities: Measuring, cutting, assembling, hoisting, anchoring, and placing solar modules and racking Install racking foundation piles within tight manufacturer tolerances Install photovoltaic solar racking and modules in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and installation manuals Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control Run conduit and cables from solar panels to combiner boxes Operate machinery such as but not limited to forklifts, man-lifts, excavators, dozers, and pile drivers
Working Conditions: Sit, talk, hear, read, and write Regularly walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations Work in extreme temperature conditions and environments Perform work at a variety of heights
Qualifications: 4+ years of mechanical solar installation required, including Single Axis Tracker and Fixed Tilt systems 4+ years of supervisory experience in industrial construction preferred Experience running large crews (20+) and tracking daily production Experience installing Fixed Tilt Systems, including but not limited to manufacturers such as APA, NexTracker, TerraSmart, Solar FlexRack, and Schletter preferred Experience installing Single Axis Tracker Systems, including but not limited to manufacturers such as ATI, NexTracker, TerraSmart, FTC, Solar FlexRack, and GameChange preferred Working knowledge of construction software such as Procore Knowledge of industry standard pile refusal and remediation practices preferred Knowledge of pile load testing (compression, lateral, and axial) preferred

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

Grantsville, MD

Occupation

Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Industry

All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

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