At Sugar Hollow Solar, we are fueled by the belief that humans can flourish on this planet in an ecologically sustainable way, and the pathway to get there starts with abundant clean energy!

Based out of Asheville, NC, Sugar Hollow Solar offers energy solutions for homes, farms, small businesses and other commercial properties by designing and installing solar electric systems (rooftop or ground-mounted), battery backup systems and EV charger stations, as well as, systems maintenance.

Sugar Hollow Solar has grown into Western North Carolina's largest solar installer, having completed over 900 installations with an unwavering commitment to quality and integrity. Our mission is to preserve this beautiful planet for ourselves and future generations by transitioning our community to clean, renewable energy, using business as a positive force for change!

Sugar Hollow Solar is hiring a brand new Warehouse Assistant! Our Warehouse Assistant supports the Sugar Hollow Solar Purchasing & Warehouse Manager, and is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations within a warehouse, ensuring smooth handling, storage and distribution of materials. This role is responsible for receiving, storing and preparing materials for use in installation. In addition, this role is responsible for assisting in our vehicle fleet management and service.

Our ideal candidate brings a basic knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control, is a solid communicator and well-organized and believes in the power of renewable energy!

This would be a great opportunity for anyone interested in renewable energy and wants to get their foot in the door to building a meaningful career at an organization that appreciates their contributions!

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with construction to obtain appropriate instructions to pack out upcoming jobs prior to start dates

• Prepares each upcoming job’s materials labeling materials correctly, utilizing the internal purchase order

• Receives arriving material orders and ensures they are unpacked, organized and stored properly

• Reviews received orders invoicing for accuracy

• Disposes of extraneous packing material

• Inspects arriving materials for quality and order accuracy, and is responsible for managing returns of subpar or incorrect materials

• Assigns and reassigns crew vehicles as needed

• Takes a proactive approach to managing the fleet by staying on a consistent maintenance schedule and accurately recording vehicle maintenance and repairs

• Keeps the Director of Operations and the Construction Manager informed about routine vehicle fleet maintenance schedules and needs

• Engages with field crews about off-cycle vehicle maintenance needs and is responsible for scheduling needed maintenance in a timely manner

• Conducts weekly inventory of tools and materials

• Maintains tool tracking system

• Ensures a neat, orderly and clean warehouse, and is responsible for managing access to the warehouse

• Manages regular trash and recycling pickup for the facility

• Manages quarterly and as-needed metals recycling for the facility

Qualifications

• Valid driver license required

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Experience operating a forklift preferred

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a warehouse setting preferred

• Proficient in utilizing generally accepted business software (Google Workspace/CRMS)

• Experience in the solar industry a plus

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control

• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment

• Good communication skills both verbal and written

• Physical stamina to lift heavy packages and stand for extended periods

• Strong attention to detail