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Technicians For Sustainability (TFS) is hiring for an individual passionate about creating social and environmental change. Someone who is inspired by solar energy solutions, committed to sustainability, is an organized thinker, and who wants to make a difference in the community. 

Job Description:
The Commercial Solar Designer is responsible for designing commercial solar energy systems for Technicians For Sustainability.

Major job functions:
• Translate design contracts into installation design/permit drawing documents for solar energy systems for commercial projects ranging from 15kW to 1MW.
• Drafting in AutoCAD of designs for permitting and reviews.
• Work cooperatively as a member of TFS' team of rockstars.

Skills:

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD

  • Knowledge of electrical principles and commercial electrical systems

  • Knowledge of industry, standard design codes, such as NEC, NFPA and UL

  • Understanding of solar module mounting systems and design for rooftop, parking structure, and ground mounts

  • Ability to collaborate and communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including engineers and AHJs

  • Ability to collaborate with TFS Commercial Team, and other stakeholders to assist with technical guidance and refine the final project design

  • Ability to collaborate with TFS Project Management team to provide design support prior to and during construction

  • Occasional travel for field meetings and visits to active construction sites 

  • Solid organizational, self-motivation, and time-management skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an open office environment


Compensation: $25 to start, with room for growth. Benefits include flex time/scheduling, health insurance, paid time off, annual profit share, a path to employee-ownership and subsidized solar for your home.

To Apply: Submit resume with a full letter of interest, in PDF formatting to careers@tfssolar.com - be sure to tell us what interests you about the position and what you would bring along to it.

Technicians For Sustainability (TFS) is a locally-owned Tucson, AZ business whose mission is to help individuals and businesses translate their environmental values into practical reality. Through promoting and implementing clean, renewable energy systems, our goal is to ensure that southern Arizona's natural resources are used efficiently and with respect for present and future needs. Committed to walking our talk, we live with the systems we install, make fuel-efficient transportation choices, and strive to do business with companies that hold values, standards and ethics in line with ours.

Hesitant to apply?
Even if you do not believe that you meet 100% of these skills or experiences but feel that this is a great role for you, we would still like to hear from you!

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What makes TFS a great company to work for?
Our team is inspired by their work, their co-workers, and their own personal development, and this dedication and inspiration is exemplified in their work. TFS is employee-owned and a certified B Corp.

Visit our TFS Way page to learn about what makes us different.
 

TFS is an employee-owned Tucson, AZ business, founded in 2003, whose mission is to help individuals and businesses translate their environmental values into practical reality. Through promoting and implementing clean, renewable energy systems, our goal is to ensure that southern Arizona's natural resources are used efficiently and with respect for present and future needs. Committed to walking our talk, we live with the systems we install, make fuel-efficient transportation choices, and strive to do business with companies that hold values, standards and ethics in line with ours.