Solar Mechanical Lead

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