Job Title: Laborer Mechanical Installer (Solar Construction)
Job Description
This role supports the construction of a large-scale solar farm by installing piles, racking systems, and solar modules as part of dedicated field crews. You will work outdoors in a fast-paced, production-driven environment, using power and hand tools to complete mechanical installations safely, accurately, and efficiently across a large project site.
Responsibilities
Work as part of one of three primary installation crews: Pile Install, Racking Install, or Module Install, based on project needs.
Assist with unloading trucks and moving materials such as piles, racking components, and solar modules from the laydown yard to designated work locations.
Support pile installation by helping with layout, handling piles from lifts to installation points, and working with equipment operators to drive piles to GPS-specified locations.
Use tape measures and other basic tools to verify pile heights and positions, ensuring piles are installed to correct elevations and locations.
Walk and work across the full project area, covering extensive acreage while installing piles, racking, and modules throughout the solar farm.
Assist the racking crew by unloading trucks with mechanical or racking equipment and gathering racking materials, nuts, and bolts from the laydown yard.
Read blueprints or follow foreman guidance to understand proper installation methods for racking systems and ensure accurate assembly.
Use power drills and hand tools to torque and secure racking components, measuring distances between racks to confirm proper spacing and alignment.
Perform spot quality control checks on racking systems to confirm that installations meet project standards and specifications.
Support the module install team by assisting operators in unloading solar modules, staging them in the laydown yard, and moving them to installation workstations.
Lift and handle solar modules weighing approximately 2530 pounds repeatedly during installation onto racking systems.
Install modules by placing bolts or screws into appropriate holes and using power drills and hand tools to secure modules to the racking at a fast, consistent pace.
Meet daily production goals by working efficiently and maintaining a steady workflow in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
Perform general construction labor tasks such as site clearing, earthwork support, material receipt, and site maintenance as assigned.
Support activities related to construction surveying, temporary dust control, cleaning and waste management, and site upkeep.
Assist with tasks associated with steel pile installation and other structural elements as needed.
Work around and support teams performing solar-related electrical work such as DC and AC underground feeders, trenching and backfill, combiner box work, PV skid electrical, DC string wiring, and cable pulling, as directed.
Contribute to the installation of rough and final PV racking and PV modules in accordance with project codes and standards.
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working in a non-residential construction environment, including safe use of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Maintain accurate awareness of materials and inventory when unloading, staging, and tracking components from delivery through installation.
Support commissioning and final project activities by keeping work areas organized, clean, and ready for inspection.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of construction experience in a field or site-based environment.
At least 1 year of experience working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Experience unloading trucks, staging materials, and supporting inventory tracking on construction sites.
Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 25 pounds or more throughout the workday.
At least 1 year of experience using power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment with daily output goals.
Ability to walk and work on uneven ground and large outdoor sites for the duration of the shift.
Basic ability to use tape measures and perform simple measurements to verify installation accuracy.
Willingness to work as part of a crew and follow directions from foremen and equipment operators.
Reliability and readiness to work full shifts in outdoor construction conditions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with general labor in construction, including site clearing, earthwork support, and site maintenance.
Experience with solar installation, racking, or module installation is beneficial.
Familiarity with mechanical installation tasks such as steel pile handling and racking assembly.
Experience supporting electrical or solar-related work such as cable pulling, DC and AC trenching and backfill, and work around combiner boxes and PV skids.
Ability to read or learn to interpret basic construction drawings or blueprints under guidance.
Experience working with or around heavy equipment operators during unloading and installation activities.
Comfort working on large, open-air project sites with significant walking and physical activity.
Strong attention to detail for spot quality checks and adherence to installation standards.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers the chance to contribute directly to a large-scale solar energy project while building hands-on construction and mechanical installation skills. You will work in a team-focused environment that values reliability, safety, and continuous productivity, with clear daily goals and the ability to see tangible results from your efforts. The role provides exposure to solar construction processes and equipment, creating a strong foundation for long-term growth in the renewable energy and construction industries.
Work Environment
This position operates in a non-residential, outdoor construction environment on a large solar farm site. Work takes place in varying and sometimes extreme temperatures, and you will be expected to handle sun, wind, dust, and other outdoor conditions throughout the day. The terrain is uneven, requiring comfort walking long distances and working on rough ground for the full shift. The pace of work is fast, with defined daily production goals and time-sensitive tasks that require sustained focus and physical effort. You will regularly use power tools and hand tools, work around heavy equipment, and handle materials such as steel piles, racking components, and solar modules in an active construction setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cleburne, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cleburne, TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cleburne,TX.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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