Ranch Hand (Agrivoltaic Technician I)

Silicon Ranch is a fully integrated provider of customized renewable energy, carbon, and battery storage solutions for a diverse set of partners across North America.

• We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery.

• We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management. Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality.

• Through our subsidiary, Clearloop, we are able to help businesses of all sizes reclaim their carbon footprint with a direct investment in building new solar projects while also helping bring renewable energy and economic development to distressed communities.

By joining Silicon Ranch, you will be joining a team of experienced and dedicated individuals who have proven time and again that it is indeed possible to not only “make solar do more”, but to make the promise of carbon-free, renewable energy that benefits people right where it comes from a tangible, measurable, and replicable reality.

Silicon Ranch is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position: Agrivoltaic Technician I (Ranch Hand)

Location:

RE Houston Ranch, Elko, GA with travel as needed throughout Southeast US

Overview: 

The Agrivoltaics Technician I (Ranch Hand) is responsible for day-to-day regenerative land management and solar grazing operations (90%); and various other non-electric maintenance needs (10%) within a utility-scale solar energy project.  The Ranch Hand works closely with the Ranch Manager to develop his/her skills with an emphasis on career advancement.

Main Responsibilities:

Training and on-site skills-development can be provided to help the qualified candidate perform the following:

• Support broad regenerative land and livestock operations at RE Houston Ranch with a focus on safety, animal welfare, time management, and operational success.
• Perform all responsibilities related to implementation of sheep grazing management plans, including participation in fencing, feeding, herding, and related activities.
• Assist in development of ranch facilities and infrastructure.
• Support implementation of flock health and animal husbandry plans, including hands-on work related to vaccinating, deworming, performing wellness evaluations, and a multitude of veterinary-related tasks.
• Safely operate various pieces of mechanical equipment, including but not limited to, trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools (training provided).

• Adhere to an equipment preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn from the Ranch Manager’s experience.

• Recognize that hours can be irregular at times.  This potentially includes arriving early, staying late, and working some weekend days. 

Reporting: Reports to RE Houston Ranch Manager

Qualifications – Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BA/BS or training in Ranch Management, Agriculture, Animal Science, or related fields a plus

Qualifications – Background and Experience:    

• Valid Driver’s License required
• Experience in livestock agriculture preferred

• Ability to work some weekend shifts. As a commercial-scale livestock enterprise, the Ranch operates 7 days per week, year-round. While all efforts are made to minimize weekend work, the Ranch Hand will be expected to work some weekend shifts (primarily feeding working dogs and performing flock wellness checks).
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight off the main ranch on an occasional basis
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, both independently and as part of a team 
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Solar Industry experience a plus