NVO Solar Crew

JOB SUMMARY

The Solar Program Crew will be held accountable for general construction and labor at the direction of the Solar Program Manager. This includes aiding in the building and installing solar resources in Gerlach and Playa. In addition to the physical aspects of the job, this role will require learning and effectively using the essential workings of the solar infrastructure to identify and address issues. 

This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt role, based in Gerlach, NV running from July to September, 2026.

The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on April 10th, 2026.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Transportation, Installation, and Maintenance (80%)

• Install solar energy systems as instructed by the Solar Program Manager.
• Perform maintenance checks.
• Apply solvents, sealants, or other protective coatings as required.
• Assist with the installation of electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Measure and prepare areas identified for installation.
• Build and execute designs created by the Solar Program Manager for portable solar energy systems.
• Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines. 
• Assist in setting up temporary power grids for events and operations as needed.
• Customer service for internal and external partners and customers.

Documentation and Tracking (10%)

• Record operational or environmental data as needed.
• Communicate concerns regarding safety, interpersonal crew relationships, and other information to the Solar Program Manager or the NVO OFF Manager - as appropriate.
• Know, share, and use the proper pathways of communication for escalating personnel issues. 
• Create and maintain reports as instructed by the Solar Program Manager.
• Work with the Solar Program Manager to maintain continuity in what and how work is documented.
• Maintain an awareness of the operation timeline and plan for and organize work accordingly.
• Ensure communications are prompt and professional and that needed discretion is maintained.

Other Duties: (10%)

• Keep regular business hours as advised by the Solar Program Manager.
• Abide by the rules and codes of conduct as described in the Nevada Operations Compass, NVO Compass, and Ranch Protocols.
• Be familiar with and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Documentation - Assists in creating, publishing, and maintaining process documentation related to their assigned duties.
• Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Intermediate knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Intermediate knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in constructing or repairing structures and/or solar arrays.
• Beginning to intermediate knowledge of installation of equipment, machines, wiring, and/or computer programs.
• Knowledge of electrical and solar systems.
• Able to relocate to Gerlach, Nevada, for the entirety of the contract.
• Experience (1+ years) executing construction projects of vary