JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Suchnetcom Solar (SNCS) Ltd is a growing company that is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering the opportunity of learning a skill set that will lead to developing a beneficial career in the Renewable Solar industry.

Although may be slow but consistent, Suchnetcom Solar Ltd is one of the growing companies in the solar electricity generation and maintenance industry. With more than 7 years of active presence in Nigeria’s market space.

At Suchnetcom Solar Ltd, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities. At every level of the young growing company, we share a common goal: To instil confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Trainee will assist solar Installation and Maintenance (I&M) Technicians on-the-site installation work and will involve with in-house training sessions as may be organised by the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•Attend theoretical/practical training sessions organised within the company

•Fast pace training in operating variety of hand and power tools

•Assist the solar technicians on-the-site-job for servicing clients/customers

•Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance on all systems and equipment (electrical equipment inspections, module replacement, inverter unit, battery energy storage, charge controller, etc.)

•Maintain housekeeping standards and perform duties to include weed abatement and panel washing

•Comply with all site safety requirements and procedures. Identify safety hazards and take corrective actions as necessary

•Must be able and willing to work overtime which can be either scheduled or call-in as needed to respond to emergency needs of the site

HOUSEKEEPING STANDARDS SAFE

Safety is a core value of Suchnetcom Solar (SNCS) and as a condition of employment, all trainees including general employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees/trainees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees/trainees must follow all SNCS safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s/trainee’s performance.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports directly to the Site Team Head (STH). The Site Team Head will establish work schedules and days/time for in-house training session. The STH also provides technical, safety, and procedural guidance to site technician and trainees. This is a Safety Sensitive position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing, stooping and lifting up to 30 kilogram load. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn in the performance of some duties. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Must be able and willing to work overtime which can be either scheduled or call-in as needed to respond to emergency needs of the site.

All employees will participate in the Fitness For Duty Program (FFDP). This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the work environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English and to do basic mathematics; senior secondary school qualification or its technical equivalence is preferred

•Must be eager to learn and able to follow instructions

•Willingness to learn the electrical trade

•Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

•Some industrial experience in operations and/or maintenance is preferred; solar experience desired, but not mandatory

•Mechanically inclined; ability to use basic hand tools

It is the practice of Suchnetcom Solar (SNCS Ltd) and its subsidiaries to seek employees of the highest quality and to select the individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to tribe, religion, national origin, sex, age, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable state and federal law.

No or little experience required in Solar Power Installation

Minimum level of education: Trainee should have at least attained GCE / SSCE or equivalence educational training with appreciable skill in mathematics, physics and English language

Behaviours

•Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

•Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager interest

•Team Player: Works well as a member of a group