APPLICANTS ONLY - NO RECRUITERS PLEASE
Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the best‐in‐class service, products, and experience.
Position Title
We are seeking a Safety Coordinator responsible for site specific safety and environmental compliance with Harvest and customer requirements. The Safety Coordinator will work closely with onsite installation crews, site leadership, customer safety representatives, and Harvest Solar Safety to ensure all work is completed to established requirements. This role will travel 100% of the time; therefore daily and overnight travel is required.
Salary
The hourly rate is $24.00 to $28.85/hour which is commensurate with related knowledge, skills, and experience. An Annual Bonus Target representing 3% of your annual base salary/annual wages is paid based on meeting both organizational and individual targets.
Purpose of Position
Under the direction of the Director of Safety and in full compliance with the associate handbook and company policy, work with and through the Harvest Solar management team to ensure compliance with both internal and external safety and environmental requirements. The Safety Coordinator is responsible for site specific safety and environmental compliance with Harvest and customer requirements. The Safety Coordinator will work closely with onsite installation crews, site leadership, customer safety representatives, and Harvest Solar Safety to ensure all work is completed to established requirements.
Major Responsibilities of Position
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- Work within Safety department to identify solutions to safety-related issues on project sites
- Participate if applicable in Company meetings with government bodies (AHJ) and other organizations (OSHA, MiOSHA) on issues regarding workplace health and safety
- Other duties as assigned
Rights
This position is responsible for stopping working on any equipment or process that you are concerned is unsafe and report your concern immediately to Onsite Management with your recommendations for return to work.
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS.
Educational and Certification Background
- High school diploma or GED, required.
- Solar installation experience; ground and roof, required.
- Valid State Driver’s License, required. Ability to obtain CDL certification, preferred.
- OSHA 30, required. Training assistance available.
- MIOSHA Level I within 1 year and Level II within 3 years, required.
Personal Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes):
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, employees, and the public
- Ability to prioritize tasks especially when handling an accident or incident
- Ability to manage daily priorities and ensure task accomplishment
- Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written
- Thorough knowledge of health and safety laws and guidelines (MTI MiOSHA Level 1 Contractors certification will be required to be completed in 1year and Level 2 within 3 years).
- Strong hazard recognition
- Ability to write a JHA or perform a risk assessment
- Good organizational, leadership and motivational skills
- Maintain regular and acceptable attendance
- Willing to work hours necessary to support the accomplishment of organizational goals
Benefit Offerings
Harvest Solar employees are eligible for the following benefits programs:
Immediately after Hire:
- Nine Paid Holidays per Year. Including: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve.
- Paid Vacation: Vacation time is accrued each week at a rate of 1.5384 to achieve 80 hours in the calendar year. Unused vacation can be paid out and/or up to 40 unused hours can be rolled over at year end.
The First of the Month after the Date of Hire:
- Health Insurance. The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family).
- Option 1: Priority Health, POS HSA 2000 Plan
- Members can seek care from Cigna in-network providers.
- Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network.
- HSA compatible health plan. An HSA is a tax-deductible savings account used in conjunction with the health plan. Contribution limits are determined by the IRS. Harvest Solar will make the following weekly deposit into your HSA account based on the coverage options: Associate: $10.64; Associate & Spouse: $27.25; Associate & Child(ren): $21.65; Family: $37.55
- Option 2: Priority Health, POS Traditional 1000 Plan
- Members can seek care from Cigna in-network providers.
- Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network.
- Not an HSA compatible health plan.
- Dental Insurance The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family.
- Vision Insurance: The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family.
- Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance, with and Accident Death clause. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar.
- Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your earnings, with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum, are available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar.
- Voluntary Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at the associate’s expense. Plans are organized through Allstate and premiums are paid through payroll deduction.
At 90 Days of Employment:
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 40 Hours are available each year on January 1. PTO Is available to assist you in managing your time off work for personal appointments. PTO does not rollover, nor is it paid out at the end of the year, unused PTO is forfeited. In the first year of employment available hours are prorated based on your date of hire.
The First of the Month After 90-Days of Employment:
Harvest Solar 401k Plan: Associates are auto enrolled at a 3% deferral rate. The plan is administered by Vestwell. Auto enrolled contribution is invested in a “Retire-On-Time” plan. Once enrolled, the associate may make changes that include:
- Increasing the Deferral Rate to the Applicable IRS Limits: A company match is available. When the associate defers 3%, Harvest Solar matches 3%. When the associate defers 4%, the Harvest Solar the first 3.5%. When the associate defers 5%, Harvest Solar matches the first 4%.
- Changing the Account Type: Both a pre-tax and Roth account is available.
- Changing the Investment Type: The plan offers standard plans to address risk or age of retirement, or the associate can customize their own investment.
