Application Guide
How to Apply for HV/TST Assistant Superintendent (Remote - Travel Required)
at SOLV Energy
🏢 About SOLV Energy
SOLV Energy is a leading solar energy contractor in North America, specializing in utility-scale solar projects that advance cleaner power solutions. Their focus on pioneering solar infrastructure and commitment to sustainable energy makes them an attractive employer for professionals passionate about renewable energy and large-scale construction impact.
About This Role
As HV/TST Assistant Superintendent, you'll oversee construction and maintenance of high-voltage and testing systems for solar projects, coordinating field teams and ensuring project timelines and quality standards are met. This role is impactful because you'll directly contribute to SOLV Energy's mission of expanding solar energy capacity across North America through hands-on project leadership.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves coordinating with project managers and subcontractors via virtual meetings, reviewing CPM schedules for high-voltage installation phases, conducting site visits to remote solar projects to oversee construction progress, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed during testing of electrical systems. You'll spend significant time troubleshooting construction challenges while maintaining communication with design teams and owners.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For
- Has 2-4 years as a General Foreman or equivalent supervisory experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy construction
- Holds or can obtain Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification within six months, with demonstrated knowledge of OSHA regulations specific to solar construction sites
- Possesses working knowledge of all construction trades, particularly electrical and civil aspects relevant to high-voltage solar installations
- Can demonstrate experience with CPM scheduling, material ordering, and quality control in remote construction environments requiring travel
📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy
Highlight specific experience with high-voltage systems or solar project construction in your resume, not just general construction management
Mention any familiarity with SOLV Energy's past projects (like their utility-scale installations) to show genuine interest in their solar focus
Explicitly address your willingness and ability to travel extensively to remote solar project sites across North America
Include examples of coordinating subcontractors and direct hire teams in previous solar or renewable energy projects
If you don't have STS certification yet, outline your plan to obtain it within six months as required
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your hands-on experience supervising field construction teams specifically in solar or renewable energy projects', "How you've successfully managed CPM schedules and quality control in previous remote construction environments", 'Your commitment to safety protocols and OSHA compliance in high-voltage construction settings', "Why you're passionate about contributing to SOLV Energy's mission of expanding solar energy infrastructure"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → SOLV Energy's current and completed utility-scale solar projects across North America
- → The company's safety culture and any public statements about their commitment to OSHA compliance
- → Industry standards for high-voltage systems in solar energy installations
- → The specific regions where SOLV Energy operates projects to understand travel expectations
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without addressing the travel requirement or expressing hesitation about remote site work
- Failing to demonstrate specific solar or renewable energy construction experience in your application materials
- Not mentioning safety certifications or OSHA knowledge despite it being a key requirement
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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