{"id":4440,"date":"2026-08-24T07:14:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T11:14:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gridalt.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=4440"},"modified":"2026-10-09T14:14:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T18:14:27","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/es\/get-training\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Training Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Training Resources<\/h1>\n<p class=\"large-text\">Installation Basics Training (IBT) participants and others can expand their knowledge with these additional resources to support their professional goals. Check out some of these materials to help prepare you for the job!<\/p>\n\n<section class=\"shortcode faq accordions style-small\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"accordions\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Why Solar Jobs?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Research like <a title=\"The Solar Jobs Census\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thesolarfoundation.org\/solar-jobs-census\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Solar Job Census<\/a> shows that the market for solar employment is growing at a much faster rate than the overall employment sector.<\/p>\n<p>Solar energy is clean energy; it does not emit carbon dioxide into the atmosphere or require the extraction of fossil fuels. A solar job is a way to be part of a generational change in the way we power our communities.<\/p>\n<p>The fastest growing sector is solar PV installation, but opportunities exist in sales, marketing, administration, design, entrepreneurship, and more.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Is a Solar Career Right for You?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>There are a wide variety of jobs available for people of all experience levels.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) put together a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.irecsolarcareermap.org\/\">Solar Career Map<\/a> to show what a career ladder in manufacturing, system design, project development, and installation could look like.\u00a0They also have a free self-paced course \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cleanenergytraining.org\/products\/exploring-careers-in-the-solar-industry#tab-product_tab_overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exploring Careers in the Solar Industry<\/a>\u201d<\/li>\n<li>The installation side of the solar industry employs over 100,000 workers and is the single largest solar employment sector. Typical qualifications include ability to lift 50 pounds, a GED or high school diploma, ability to work outside and on roofs in different weather conditions, professionalism, and some prior experience. Prior experience can include work in construction, electrical, or roofing.<\/li>\n<li>Inspired by our work? GRID Alternatives has opportunities to get involved. Check our <a href=\"http:\/\/gridalternatives.org\/about\/current-job-openings\">open positions<\/a> and browse internship, part time, SolarCorps (1-year fellowship), and full time job opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>Solar is for everyone! Check out former job trainee and solar worker Diana Adams reflect on her past experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xcti2S6KNZg\">training with GRID Alternatives<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greenworkforceconnect.org\/\">Green Workforce Connect<\/a>\u00a0connects job seekers, students, and contractors to local training providers and employers. Visit the platform to connect with opportunities in your area and find resources that equip you with the knowledge you need to succeed. GRID is proud to support this platform led by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) in collaboration with diverse partners in the clean energy and energy efficiency fields.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">How to Make the Most of Your GRID Experience <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Prepare, Build, Learn! \u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Prepare <\/strong>for the Future<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be professional: arrive on time, be a team player, speak and behave appropriately.<\/li>\n<li>Practice habits on site that will help you succeed in the workplace or as a GRID Team Leader.<\/li>\n<li>Research the industry. Explore what you\u2019re most passionate about and how to get there!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Build<\/strong> Your Network<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engage with others on site.<\/li>\n<li>Our staff can be your reference, your fellow participant can be your next referral, co-worker, employer or ride!<\/li>\n<li>Attend other GRID and solar\/green\/construction related events beyond installs.<\/li>\n<li>Stay in touch when you finish training\u00a0and let us know if you need further assistance from GRID. Be sure to share the good news if you find a job in the industry.<\/li>\n<li>Help spread the word about GRID to other jobseekers, potential GRID clients, and potential participants.<\/li>\n<li>Share your talents in ways that support GRID\u2019s mission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Learn, Learn, Learn<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take advantage of every opportunity to learn on and beyond the installation site, within and outside of GRID.<\/li>\n<li>Ask for feedback. Learn from mistakes.<\/li>\n<li>Make use of the technical resources below. They\u2019ll make you even better prepared for the installation sites.<\/li>\n<li>Gain an edge on other job applicants by getting as much hands-on installation experience as you can.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Job Search Tips<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Major websites to use when looking for jobs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.indeed.com\/\">Indeed<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monster.com\/\">Monster<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craigslist.org\/about\/sites\">Craigslist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caljobs.ca.gov\/vosnet\/Default.aspx\">CalJobs<\/a> (California)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seia.org\/solar-jobs\">SEIA Jobs board<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Jobs\/Solar\">ZipRecruiter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.nabcep.org\/\">NABCEP Career Center<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Best keyworks to use in searches (or installation) are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Solar Installer<\/li>\n<li>PV Installer<\/li>\n<li>Solar Assembler<\/li>\n<li>Solar PV Installation<\/li>\n<li>Photovoltaic Installer<\/li>\n<li>Solar Electrician<\/li>\n<li>Solar Site Assessor<\/li>\n<li>Entry-level Solar<\/li>\n<li>Solar Technician<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Indeed, Monster, and Craigslist can send you weekly email updates on the keywords of your choice<\/li>\n<li>Be sure to check Solar Company Websites periodically for direct job postings<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you are ready to work \u2013 having hands on installation experience, an internship, or related work experience can prepare you for a career in solar.<\/li>\n<li>Create a resume and cover letter template that you can customize for each employer and that speaks the language of the industry.<\/li>\n<li>Network and attend job fairs, get to know others on the GRID Alternatives install site, build an online network through LinkedIn, follow up with people after you meet them, share your goals with others, and use your network to connect you when you need it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Writing a Resume for Solar Jobs <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-5\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Your resume is often your first line of contact with employers- beyond stating what you\u2019ve done, it should present a narrative of what you\u2019ve accomplished. If you\u2019ve performed any of the duties or skills described in a job description it\u2019s important you let employers know- this is one of the first things recruiters are looking for.<\/p>\n<p><strong>DO<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create a master resume where you take stock of all your previous work-paid\/unpaid. Include equipment, software, experience, volunteer work, accomplishments, awards, certificates, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Create target resumes where you adapt your experience and cover letter to meet the needs of every job. No two resumes should ever be the same!<\/li>\n<li>Showcase experience in chronological order, relevant and recent experience first<\/li>\n<li>Start all bullet points with verbs such as: directed, maintained, created, executed, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Use correct verb tense: past jobs should be written about in past tense<\/li>\n<li>Include your name, email address and cell phone number at the top ONLY<\/li>\n<li>Keep it legible. Use 10-12 point Arial or Times New Roman on a white background<\/li>\n<li>SPELL CHECK<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Show gaps in your work history or irrelevant experience. Craft any language around employment gaps in a way that\u2019s mindful of what employers are expecting. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/20140623182203-368344-5-tips-for-how-to-explain-gaps-in-your-employment-history\">Linkedin Resource on Employment Gaps<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Miss errors that could have been corrected. Employers are interested in seeing that you pay attention to detail. Applicant tracking systems that use keywords will work against you if you have a typo in your job title.<\/li>\n<li>List your address, your marital status, references or your hobbies<\/li>\n<li>Go back more than 10 years in your employment history<\/li>\n<li>Never ever list your salary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/ResumeGuide\/WritingYourResume.aspx\">Career One Stop: Writing Your Resume from Scratch<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.edu\/about\/campus-services-and-resources\/career-services-toolkit\">Colgate University: Career Services Toolkit<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">How can you include GRID on your resume?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4><strong>Representation and Use of\u00a0GRID\u00a0Alternatives Name\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience with GRID Alternatives is a great resume builder for a volunteer or trainee. Public participants wishing to list their installation experience on printed and social media resumes and profiles may identify themselves as \u201cVolunteer Solar Installer\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Individuals taking part in a formal job training program like Installation Basics Training or Installation Basics Training 200 can identify themselves as \u201cSolar Installation Trainee\u201d<\/li>\n<li>SolarCorps or interns can list their experience under their GRID title<\/li>\n<li>Participants using other titles in relation to their experience with GRID will be asked to remove them. Participants may not publish any other materials such as articles or promotional materials under said titles without express permission from GRID Alternatives.<\/li>\n<li>Individuals who have not received payment from GRID cannot represent their time with us under \u201cwork experience\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Details to include on resume<\/strong> (This is not an exhaustive list)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accomplishments (# of install hours, # of projects, total KW) \u2014 accessible through your participant profile<\/li>\n<li>Type of roofs you have installed on (tile, asphalt)<\/li>\n<li>Hardware you\u2019ve installed (Sunpower Panels, QuickMount racking, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Type of duties\/skills completed that complements what the employer is looking for. (tailor your resume to each job description you are applying to)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Writing A Cover Letter<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-7\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Include a cover letter only if asked for it. Make sure to read the job description carefully, so you know whether a cover letter is needed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Focus on being the right person for the job, show enthusiasm and set yourself apart<\/li>\n<li>Include information relevant to the job that isn\u2019t listed on the job description; example specific statements about yourself or your personality<\/li>\n<li>Say something positive about the company, mention them specifically<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/jobsearch\/resumes\/cover-letters.aspx\">CareerOneStop Resource on Cover Letters<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Networking  <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-8\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Why network? Submitting your resume is not enough. Connecting with others in the industry will give employers a face and personality to put with the skills, and give you a competitive edge. It will also give you the opportunity to stay up to date in the fast-growing world of solar.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.solartrainingusa.org\/\">The Solar Training Network<\/a> is a platform that provides an online space where job seekers, trainers and employers can create profiles, connect with other users, make positive career connections, and access various training, employment and career placement services. Join today to network with professionals all over the country. This site also includes information about the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/irecusa.org\/programs\/solar-ready-vets\/\">Solar Ready Vets Network<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seia.org\/\">Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)<\/a> has a national database of solar companies, jobs board, and up to date information on policy and current events.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> is a professional network. Making an account can help you use your personal and professional connections to land the job you are looking for. Already have an account? Be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/grid-alternatives\">connect with us<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/\">Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE)<\/a> has chapters across the U.S., hosts events such as webinars and job fairs, offers paid fellowships and gives mentoring opportunities for women starting their renewable energy careers. The also have a <a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/programs\/job-board\/\">job board<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep an eye out for job fairs with GRID Alternatives and other local organizations. This is a great way to meet employers firsthand.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aabe.org\/\">American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.blacksinsolar.org\/uncategorized\/home\/\">National Association Of Blacks In Solar (NABS)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blacksolar.org\/\">Black Owners of Solar Services (B.O.S.S.)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.latinxsinsustainability.org\/\">Latinxs In Sustainability (LIS)\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outinclimate.com\/\">Out in Climate<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solarenergy.org\/sei-women-in-solar-power\/#:~:text=The%20SEI%20Women%20in%20Solar,clean%20energy%20employer%20%2F%20job%20connections.\">SEI Women in Solar Power program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/esmap.org\/ESMAP-Women-in-Energy-Storage-Mentorship-Program#:~:text=The%20mentoring%20program%20focused%20on,from%20more%20than%2050%20countries.\">Women In Energy Storage Mentoring Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/esmap.org\/ESMAP-Women-in-Energy-Storage-Mentorship-Program#:~:text=The%20mentoring%20program%20focused%20on,from%20more%20than%2050%20countries.%22%20HYPERLINK%20%22https:\/\/queeroutdoors.net\/job-board%22HYPERLINK%20%22https:\/\/queeroutdoors.net\/job-board\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&amp; Environmental Job Board<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everywhereisqueer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Everywhere is Queer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenjobsboard.us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green Jobs Board<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Interview Tips<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-9\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Take the time to think before you answer any questions, and be honest. They want to know 3 basic things: CAN you do the job, WILL you do the job, and will you fit into their company culture.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wear business attire, even if it is for a casual job at a casual company<\/li>\n<li>Shake hands, make eye contact, have a positive disposition<\/li>\n<li>Take a notepad and take notes. You are, after all, interviewing them too<\/li>\n<li>Go alone, don\u2019t bring someone with you- not even to sit in the lobby<\/li>\n<li>Take two copies of your resume, just in case<\/li>\n<li>Prepare!<\/li>\n<li>Research the company, know the position and find out what you can about the interviewer (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> can help with this)<\/li>\n<li>Do mock\/practice interviews with friends, family, or at GRID mock interview events.<\/li>\n<li>Here is a <a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Interview-feedback-and-questions.pdf\">sample list of interview questions<\/a> to help facilitate mock interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93576425-panel-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Workplace Resources <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"93576425-panel-10\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/legalaidatwork.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Legal Aid at Work<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/resources\/employment-seeking-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Guide for People with Disabilities Seeking Employment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/esg\/fair-chance-hiring\/record-clearing?co=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get help clearing your record<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aclu.org\/know-your-rights\">Know Your Rights<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetslegal.org\/legal-services\/\">Legal Services for Veterans<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ocpsc.ca.gov\/resources-guide\/\">California Community Resource Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.intuit.com\/learner\">Free Financial Literacy Courses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpath.com\/\">Free Financial Counseling Services<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<p><a id=\"why\" name=\"why\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Organizations We&#8217;ve Partnered With<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve worked with the following organizations to give job trainees hands-on solar installation experience in addition to other resources ranging from classroom training and job readiness preparation.<\/p>\n\n<section class=\"shortcode faq accordions style-small\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"accordions\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">National Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/civicspark.lgc.org\/\">CivicSpark<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usaconservation.org\/programs\/conservation-corps\/\">Conservation Corps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youthcorps.net\/\">Youth Corps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youthbuild.org\/\">YouthBuild USA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jobcorps.gov\/\">JobCorps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/nul.iamempowered.com\/\">Urban League<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodwill.org\/\">Goodwill<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elevatenp.org\/\">Elevate<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reactivate.com\/\">Reactivate<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/irecusa.org\/\">Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/\">Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Northern California Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Bay Area Office:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ccnorthbay.org\/\">Conservation Corps North Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/futurebuildec.com\/\">Future Build East County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.richmond.ca.us\/1243\/RichmondBUILD\">RichmondBUILD Academy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/risingsunenergy.org\/\">Rising Sun Energy Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sfcc.org\/\">San Francisco Conservation Corps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ycdjobs.org\/\">Young Community Developers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mendocino.edu\/\">Mendocino College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.santarosa.edu\/\">Santa Rosa Junior College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccsf.edu\/\">City College of San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>North Valley Office:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatervalleycc.org\/\">Greater Valley Conservation Corp<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncct.ws\/\">Northern California Construction Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.csuchico.edu\/\">California State University Chico<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.greentechedu.org\/\">Green Tech Education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/sacramento.jobcorps.gov\/\">Sacramento Job Corps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sierracollege.edu\/\">Sierra College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ycoe.org\/\">Yolo County Office of Education<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Tribal<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bfcc.edu\/\">Blackfeet Community College<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Central California Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Valle Central<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/communityjusticecenter.com\/cosa-1\/\">Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnounified.org\/\">Fresno Unified School District<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/americaworks.com\/\">America Works of California<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonunified.org\/\">Washington Union School District<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westcare.com\/\">Westcare<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dor.ca.gov\/\">Department of Rehabilitation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tpocc.org\/\">Turning Point of Central California<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/frwdb.net\/\">Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maderacounty.com\/government\/sheriff\">Madera County Sheriff&#8217;s Office<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/equusworks.com\/\">Equus Workforce Solutions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Southern California Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Gran Los \u00c1ngeles<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ace4change.org\/\">Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cetweb.org\/\">Center for Employment Training &#8211; Oxnard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homeboyindustries.org\/\">Homeboy Industries<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.eastlaservicearea.org\/elasc_cte.html\">East LA Skills Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lattc.edu\/\">Los Angeles Trade Technical College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.smc.edu\/\">Santa Monica College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wvoc.net\/\">West Valley Occupational Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.winterwomen.org\/\">Women in Non Traditional Employment Roles (WINTER)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Imperio Interior<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceoworks.org\/\">Center for Employment Opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sbcusd.com\/index.aspx?nid=341\">Arroyo Valley High School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegeofthedesert.edu\/\">College of the Desert<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dhshighschool.com\/\">Desert Hot Springs High School REAL Academy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sceta.org\/\">Southern California Engineering Technologists Association (SCETA)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/vvc.edu\/\">Victor Valley Community College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cflckids.org\/empower-youth\">Youth Opportunity Center of Hemet<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>San Diego<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cetweb.org\/\">Center for Employment Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cuyamaca.edu\/\">Cuyamaca College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.metrosandiego.org\/\">Metro United Methodist Urban Ministry<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miracosta.edu\/\">MiraCosta College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.swccd.edu\/\">Southwestern College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.urbancorpssd.org\/\">Urban Corps of San Diego County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/workforce.org\/\">San Diego Workforce Partnership<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rescue.org\/\">International Rescue Committee<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Colorado Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-5\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/coloradomtn.edu\/\">Colorado Mountain College<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"link to: online classes\" href=\"https:\/\/everbluetraining.com\/all-courses\/category\/solar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Everblue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.navajotech.edu\/\">Navajo Technical University<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"46902046-panel-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Mid-Atlantic Partners<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"46902046-panel-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/civicworks.com\/\">Civic Works<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/doee.dc.gov\/summer\">Green Zone Environmental Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.layc-dc.org\/\">Latin American Youth Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sashabruce.org\/\">Sasha Bruce Youthwork<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Additional Solar and Renewable Energy Resources<\/h2>\n\n<section class=\"shortcode faq accordions style-small\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"accordions\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"55730912-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">GRID Alternatives Safety, Tools, and Tips<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"55730912-panel-1\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TL-Resource-Page-Construction-Safety-Manual-03-03-14.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safety Manual<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IBT-Tracking-Sheet-final-v2.10_2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IBT Skills Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Appendix-A-Safety-Talk-04-11-17.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Morning Safety Talk<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Volunteering-and-Training-Guidebook.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volunteering and Training Guidebook\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BOS-Parts-List-Grounding-Hardware.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grounding Hardware<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IBTSUP-012-English-Spanish-GRID-Solar-Glossary.pdf\">Solar Vocabulary in Spanish\u00a0with English-Spanish Solar Glossary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Sample-Design-Plans.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Example roof layouts and one-line drawings<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1TUjvuZ7ONAM7T-pnMZakX_-DFrlWtYIj\/view?usp=sharing\">Sample Site Plan<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NABCEP-Certifications-Presentation.pptx.pdf\">NABCEP Certifications Presentation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NABCEP-PV-Associates-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">NABCEP PV Associates Certification FAC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PV-Installer-Specialist-NABCEP-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">PV Installer Specialist NABCEP Certification FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PV-Installation-Professional-NABCEP-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">PV Installation Professional NABCEP Certification FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"55730912-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Building your Knowledge Base<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"55730912-panel-2\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><em>Basics:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solarenergy.org\/free-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Solar Energy Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xKxrkht7CpY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do solar panels work?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mvuHsu8S6v8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volts, Amps, and Watts Explained<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lYZUXV-v71Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brief Intro to Voltage, Current, and Power<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vN9aR2wKv0U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Difference between AC and DC Current Explained<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1cpkOHeQiiGHSoWOJrw5TPPs4a_RtujPs\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Conduit Bender Guide &#8211; Klein Tools<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/m.youtube.com\/watch?v=r6zr4WsevIY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 point saddle bend<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=l3Nv1mjof-I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reading a Tape Measure<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YYLzss58CLs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Duck Curve<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fDvZOp9Oqro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electricity and Electric Circuits<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J4Vq-xHqUo8&amp;t=1s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Voltage, Current and Resistance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Continuing education:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uglysbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uglys Books<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sustainableenergyaction.org\/clean-energy-clearinghouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Energy Clearinghouse<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.woodmac.com\/market-insights\/types\/podcasts\/the-interchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Interchanged Recharge Podcast<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/cleanenergytraining.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Energy Resources and Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unirac.com\/certified-installer\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNIRAC Certified Installer Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironridge.com\/resources\/installer-cert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Become an IronRidge Certified Solar Installer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vN9aR2wKv0U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Difference between AC and DC Current Explained<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.heatspring.com\/courses\/nabcep-pv-associate-practice-exam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HeatSpring NABCEP PV Associate Practice Exam<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salesforce training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aifwd.com\/field\/empowering-solar-with-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI and Solar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 role=\"heading\">Formal Education &amp; Apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<ul role=\"list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.renewableenergyjobs.com\/content\/complete-guide-to-renewable-energy-training-and-education#US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Renewable Energy Training &amp; Education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/electricaltrainingalliance.org\/training\/apprenticeshipTraining\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electrical Training Alliance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liuna.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laborers&#8217; International Union of North America (LIUNA)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greenworkforceconnect.org\/for-job-seekers#\">Green Workforce Connect<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goweca.com\/Apprenticeship.aspx\">Western Electrical Contractors Association (WECA)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"55730912-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Manufacturer Manuals and Specification Sheets<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"55730912-panel-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong><em><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Racking systems:<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Everest-Installation-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Everest Installation Manual<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/files.ironridge.com\/IronRidge_Parts_Catalog.pdf\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">IronRidge Product Catalog<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironridge.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">IronRidge Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.prosolar.com\/PDFS\/BROCHURESpdf\/SolarWedge_brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProSolar Product Brochures<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/PDFS\/INSTALLpdf\/SOLARWEDGE_6ft.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProSolar Installation guides<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/PDFS\/BROCHURESpdf\/Levelingkit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProSolar: Brochures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unirac.com\/products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNIRAC Product Catalog<\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/prosolar-new\/pages\/faq_page.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProSolar FAQs<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1rAKISF5_2s7sgOHTMfRMwLW2dt6ajrwW\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SnapNRack Product Catalog<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/snapnrack.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">SnapNRack Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WEEB-instruction-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">WEEBs<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Inverters:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Enphase-IQ-6-and-IQ-6-Microinverters.pdf\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Enphase IQ 6+<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/14N7tvjG3ikL_CU76xv8WBf6zOICoR9vO\/view?usp=sharing\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Enphase IQ8<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PVI-5000-6000-OUTD-US-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Power-One PVI-5000-6000-OUTD-US<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SB3000TL-5000TL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SMA America SB3000TL-5000TL<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PVI-3000S-5300-Installation-and-Operation-Manual-Rev.-A.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solectria Renewables PVI 3000S-5300<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SolarEdge-HD-Wave-Installation-3000H-US-7600H-US.pdf\">SolarEdge 3000H-US &#8211; 7600H-US<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/se_power_optimizers_installation_guide.pdf\">SolarEdge Power Optimizer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Modules:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1J7nNcLUiN59h4O2D4J4CS7cUcLeNof0m\/view?usp=sharing\">Longi LR4-60HPB<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Tools:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nabcep.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NABCEP<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.solarabcs.org\/about\/publications\/reports\/expedited-permit\/map\/map_intro.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solar ABCs interactive solar reference map<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Solmetric-SunEye-200-Series-Users-Guide_en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solmetric SunEye<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helioscope.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Helioscope<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pvsol-online.valentin-software.com\/#\/\">PV Sol<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Safety Equipment:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zZZfUpja0BA&amp;feature=player_embedded\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HUGS: Manufacturer installation video<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Guardian-Velocity-Harness-Instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guardian Velocity Harness<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Miller-Temporary-Roof-Anchors-and-Kits.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miller Temporary Roof Anchors<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Guardian-Edge-Angel-SRL-Instruction-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Guardian Edge Angel Self-Retracting Lifeline<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"55730912-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"large-text bold\">Codes and Regulations<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"chevron\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 21.4142 12.1213\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M20.7071 11.4142L10.7071 1.41421L0.707107 11.4142\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-styles small-text\" id=\"55730912-panel-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/The-Code-Corner-No.-9-Authorities-Having-Jurisdiction.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AHJ<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfpa.org\/codes-and-standards\/nfpa-70-standard-development\/70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NEC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/law-regs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OSHA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Connect with GRID<\/h2>\n<p>Sign up to receive our quarterly email newsletter with occasional updates and announcements.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn primary\" href=\"https:\/\/gridalternatives.org\/newsletter-signup\">Sign Up<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Training Resources Installation Basics Training (IBT) participants and others can expand their knowledge with these additional resources to support their professional goals. Check out some of these materials to help prepare you for the job! Organizations We&#8217;ve Partnered With We\u2019ve worked with the following organizations to give job trainees hands-on solar installation experience in addition [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":307,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"region":[],"class_list":["post-4440","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"media":null,"featured_blog_post":null,"featured_event":null,"pdf_download":null,"blockquote":null,"author":null,"notice":null,"social_embed":null,"contact_card":null,"meta_details":null,"faq":[{"tile_id":"93576425","heading":"  ","items":[{"title":"Why Solar Jobs?","content":"Research like <a title=\"The Solar Jobs Census\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thesolarfoundation.org\/solar-jobs-census\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Solar Job Census<\/a> shows that the market for solar employment is growing at a much faster rate than the overall employment sector.\r\n\r\nSolar energy is clean energy; it does not emit carbon dioxide into the atmosphere or require the extraction of fossil fuels. A solar job is a way to be part of a generational change in the way we power our communities.\r\n\r\nThe fastest growing sector is solar PV installation, but opportunities exist in sales, marketing, administration, design, entrepreneurship, and more.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","open":false},{"title":"Is a Solar Career Right for You?","content":"There are a wide variety of jobs available for people of all experience levels.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) put together a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.irecsolarcareermap.org\/\">Solar Career Map<\/a> to show what a career ladder in manufacturing, system design, project development, and installation could look like.\u00a0They also have a free self-paced course \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cleanenergytraining.org\/products\/exploring-careers-in-the-solar-industry#tab-product_tab_overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exploring Careers in the Solar Industry<\/a>\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The installation side of the solar industry employs over 100,000 workers and is the single largest solar employment sector. Typical qualifications include ability to lift 50 pounds, a GED or high school diploma, ability to work outside and on roofs in different weather conditions, professionalism, and some prior experience. Prior experience can include work in construction, electrical, or roofing.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Inspired by our work? GRID Alternatives has opportunities to get involved. Check our <a href=\"http:\/\/gridalternatives.org\/about\/current-job-openings\">open positions<\/a> and browse internship, part time, SolarCorps (1-year fellowship), and full time job opportunities.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar is for everyone! Check out former job trainee and solar worker Diana Adams reflect on her past experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xcti2S6KNZg\">training with GRID Alternatives<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greenworkforceconnect.org\/\">Green Workforce Connect<\/a>\u00a0connects job seekers, students, and contractors to local training providers and employers. Visit the platform to connect with opportunities in your area and find resources that equip you with the knowledge you need to succeed. GRID is proud to support this platform led by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) in collaboration with diverse partners in the clean energy and energy efficiency fields.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"How to Make the Most of Your GRID Experience ","content":"<h3><strong>Prepare, Build, Learn! \u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<strong>Prepare <\/strong>for the Future\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Be professional: arrive on time, be a team player, speak and behave appropriately.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Practice habits on site that will help you succeed in the workplace or as a GRID Team Leader.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Research the industry. Explore what you\u2019re most passionate about and how to get there!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Build<\/strong> Your Network\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Engage with others on site.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Our staff can be your reference, your fellow participant can be your next referral, co-worker, employer or ride!<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Attend other GRID and solar\/green\/construction related events beyond installs.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stay in touch when you finish training\u00a0and let us know if you need further assistance from GRID. Be sure to share the good news if you find a job in the industry.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Help spread the word about GRID to other jobseekers, potential GRID clients, and potential participants.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Share your talents in ways that support GRID\u2019s mission.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Learn, Learn, Learn<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Take advantage of every opportunity to learn on and beyond the installation site, within and outside of GRID.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ask for feedback. Learn from mistakes.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Make use of the technical resources below. They\u2019ll make you even better prepared for the installation sites.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gain an edge on other job applicants by getting as much hands-on installation experience as you can.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Job Search Tips","content":"Major websites to use when looking for jobs:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.indeed.com\/\">Indeed<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monster.com\/\">Monster<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craigslist.org\/about\/sites\">Craigslist<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caljobs.ca.gov\/vosnet\/Default.aspx\">CalJobs<\/a> (California)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seia.org\/solar-jobs\">SEIA Jobs board<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Jobs\/Solar\">ZipRecruiter<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.nabcep.org\/\">NABCEP Career Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nBest keyworks to use in searches (or installation) are:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Solar Installer<\/li>\r\n \t<li>PV Installer<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar Assembler<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar PV Installation<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Photovoltaic Installer<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar Electrician<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar Site Assessor<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Entry-level Solar<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Solar Technician<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nOther tips:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Indeed, Monster, and Craigslist can send you weekly email updates on the keywords of your choice<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Be sure to check Solar Company Websites periodically for direct job postings<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Make sure you are ready to work \u2013 having hands on installation experience, an internship, or related work experience can prepare you for a career in solar.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Create a resume and cover letter template that you can customize for each employer and that speaks the language of the industry.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Network and attend job fairs, get to know others on the GRID Alternatives install site, build an online network through LinkedIn, follow up with people after you meet them, share your goals with others, and use your network to connect you when you need it.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Writing a Resume for Solar Jobs ","content":"Your resume is often your first line of contact with employers- beyond stating what you\u2019ve done, it should present a narrative of what you\u2019ve accomplished. If you\u2019ve performed any of the duties or skills described in a job description it\u2019s important you let employers know- this is one of the first things recruiters are looking for.\r\n\r\n<strong>DO<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Create a master resume where you take stock of all your previous work-paid\/unpaid. Include equipment, software, experience, volunteer work, accomplishments, awards, certificates, etc.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Create target resumes where you adapt your experience and cover letter to meet the needs of every job. No two resumes should ever be the same!<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Showcase experience in chronological order, relevant and recent experience first<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Start all bullet points with verbs such as: directed, maintained, created, executed, etc.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use correct verb tense: past jobs should be written about in past tense<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Include your name, email address and cell phone number at the top ONLY<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep it legible. Use 10-12 point Arial or Times New Roman on a white background<\/li>\r\n \t<li>SPELL CHECK<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Show gaps in your work history or irrelevant experience. Craft any language around employment gaps in a way that\u2019s mindful of what employers are expecting. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/20140623182203-368344-5-tips-for-how-to-explain-gaps-in-your-employment-history\">Linkedin Resource on Employment Gaps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Miss errors that could have been corrected. Employers are interested in seeing that you pay attention to detail. Applicant tracking systems that use keywords will work against you if you have a typo in your job title.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>List your address, your marital status, references or your hobbies<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Go back more than 10 years in your employment history<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Never ever list your salary<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/ResumeGuide\/WritingYourResume.aspx\">Career One Stop: Writing Your Resume from Scratch<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.edu\/about\/campus-services-and-resources\/career-services-toolkit\">Colgate University: Career Services Toolkit<\/a>","open":false},{"title":"How can you include GRID on your resume?","content":"<h4><strong>Representation and Use of\u00a0GRID\u00a0Alternatives Name\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Experience with GRID Alternatives is a great resume builder for a volunteer or trainee. Public participants wishing to list their installation experience on printed and social media resumes and profiles may identify themselves as \u201cVolunteer Solar Installer\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Individuals taking part in a formal job training program like Installation Basics Training or Installation Basics Training 200 can identify themselves as \u201cSolar Installation Trainee\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>SolarCorps or interns can list their experience under their GRID title<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Participants using other titles in relation to their experience with GRID will be asked to remove them. Participants may not publish any other materials such as articles or promotional materials under said titles without express permission from GRID Alternatives.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Individuals who have not received payment from GRID cannot represent their time with us under \u201cwork experience\u201d<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Details to include on resume<\/strong> (This is not an exhaustive list)\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Accomplishments (# of install hours, # of projects, total KW) \u2014 accessible through your participant profile<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Type of roofs you have installed on (tile, asphalt)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hardware you\u2019ve installed (Sunpower Panels, QuickMount racking, etc.)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Type of duties\/skills completed that complements what the employer is looking for. (tailor your resume to each job description you are applying to)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Writing A Cover Letter","content":"Include a cover letter only if asked for it. Make sure to read the job description carefully, so you know whether a cover letter is needed.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Focus on being the right person for the job, show enthusiasm and set yourself apart<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Include information relevant to the job that isn\u2019t listed on the job description; example specific statements about yourself or your personality<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Say something positive about the company, mention them specifically<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/jobsearch\/resumes\/cover-letters.aspx\">CareerOneStop Resource on Cover Letters<\/a>","open":false},{"title":"Networking  ","content":"Why network? Submitting your resume is not enough. Connecting with others in the industry will give employers a face and personality to put with the skills, and give you a competitive edge. It will also give you the opportunity to stay up to date in the fast-growing world of solar.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.solartrainingusa.org\/\">The Solar Training Network<\/a> is a platform that provides an online space where job seekers, trainers and employers can create profiles, connect with other users, make positive career connections, and access various training, employment and career placement services. Join today to network with professionals all over the country. This site also includes information about the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/irecusa.org\/programs\/solar-ready-vets\/\">Solar Ready Vets Network<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seia.org\/\">Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)<\/a> has a national database of solar companies, jobs board, and up to date information on policy and current events.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> is a professional network. Making an account can help you use your personal and professional connections to land the job you are looking for. Already have an account? Be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/grid-alternatives\">connect with us<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/\">Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE)<\/a> has chapters across the U.S., hosts events such as webinars and job fairs, offers paid fellowships and gives mentoring opportunities for women starting their renewable energy careers. The also have a <a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/programs\/job-board\/\">job board<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep an eye out for job fairs with GRID Alternatives and other local organizations. This is a great way to meet employers firsthand.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aabe.org\/\">American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.blacksinsolar.org\/uncategorized\/home\/\">National Association Of Blacks In Solar (NABS)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blacksolar.org\/\">Black Owners of Solar Services (B.O.S.S.)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.latinxsinsustainability.org\/\">Latinxs In Sustainability (LIS)\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outinclimate.com\/\">Out in Climate<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solarenergy.org\/sei-women-in-solar-power\/#:~:text=The%20SEI%20Women%20in%20Solar,clean%20energy%20employer%20%2F%20job%20connections.\">SEI Women in Solar Power program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/esmap.org\/ESMAP-Women-in-Energy-Storage-Mentorship-Program#:~:text=The%20mentoring%20program%20focused%20on,from%20more%20than%2050%20countries.\">Women In Energy Storage Mentoring Program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/esmap.org\/ESMAP-Women-in-Energy-Storage-Mentorship-Program#:~:text=The%20mentoring%20program%20focused%20on,from%20more%20than%2050%20countries.%22%20HYPERLINK%20%22https:\/\/queeroutdoors.net\/job-board%22HYPERLINK%20%22https:\/\/queeroutdoors.net\/job-board\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&amp; Environmental Job Board<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everywhereisqueer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Everywhere is Queer<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenjobsboard.us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green Jobs Board<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Interview Tips","content":"Take the time to think before you answer any questions, and be honest. They want to know 3 basic things: CAN you do the job, WILL you do the job, and will you fit into their company culture.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Wear business attire, even if it is for a casual job at a casual company<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shake hands, make eye contact, have a positive disposition<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Take a notepad and take notes. You are, after all, interviewing them too<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Go alone, don\u2019t bring someone with you- not even to sit in the lobby<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Take two copies of your resume, just in case<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Prepare!<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Research the company, know the position and find out what you can about the interviewer (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> can help with this)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Do mock\/practice interviews with friends, family, or at GRID mock interview events.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Here is a <a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Interview-feedback-and-questions.pdf\">sample list of interview questions<\/a> to help facilitate mock interviews<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Workplace Resources ","content":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/legalaidatwork.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Legal Aid at Work<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/resources\/employment-seeking-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Guide for People with Disabilities Seeking Employment<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/esg\/fair-chance-hiring\/record-clearing?co=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get help clearing your record<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aclu.org\/know-your-rights\">Know Your Rights<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetslegal.org\/legal-services\/\">Legal Services for Veterans<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ocpsc.ca.gov\/resources-guide\/\">California Community Resource Guide<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.intuit.com\/learner\">Free Financial Literacy Courses<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpath.com\/\">Free Financial Counseling Services<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false}]},{"tile_id":"46902046","heading":"  ","items":[{"title":"National Partners","content":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/civicspark.lgc.org\/\">CivicSpark<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usaconservation.org\/programs\/conservation-corps\/\">Conservation Corps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youthcorps.net\/\">Youth Corps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youthbuild.org\/\">YouthBuild USA<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jobcorps.gov\/\">JobCorps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/nul.iamempowered.com\/\">Urban League<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodwill.org\/\">Goodwill<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elevatenp.org\/\">Elevate<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reactivate.com\/\">Reactivate<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/irecusa.org\/\">Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wrisenergy.org\/\">Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Northern California Partners","content":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Bay Area Office:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ccnorthbay.org\/\">Conservation Corps North Bay<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/futurebuildec.com\/\">Future Build East County<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.richmond.ca.us\/1243\/RichmondBUILD\">RichmondBUILD Academy<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/risingsunenergy.org\/\">Rising Sun Energy Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sfcc.org\/\">San Francisco Conservation Corps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ycdjobs.org\/\">Young Community Developers<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mendocino.edu\/\">Mendocino College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.santarosa.edu\/\">Santa Rosa Junior College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccsf.edu\/\">City College of San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>North Valley Office:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatervalleycc.org\/\">Greater Valley Conservation Corp<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncct.ws\/\">Northern California Construction Training<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.csuchico.edu\/\">California State University Chico<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.greentechedu.org\/\">Green Tech Education<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/sacramento.jobcorps.gov\/\">Sacramento Job Corps<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sierracollege.edu\/\">Sierra College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ycoe.org\/\">Yolo County Office of Education<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Tribal<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bfcc.edu\/\">Blackfeet Community College<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Central California Partners","content":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Central Valley<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/communityjusticecenter.com\/cosa-1\/\">Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fresnounified.org\/\">Fresno Unified School District<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/americaworks.com\/\">America Works of California<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonunified.org\/\">Washington Union School District<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westcare.com\/\">Westcare<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dor.ca.gov\/\">Department of Rehabilitation<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tpocc.org\/\">Turning Point of Central California<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/frwdb.net\/\">Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maderacounty.com\/government\/sheriff\">Madera County Sheriff's Office<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/equusworks.com\/\">Equus Workforce Solutions<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Southern California Partners","content":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Greater Los Angeles<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ace4change.org\/\">Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cetweb.org\/\">Center for Employment Training - Oxnard<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homeboyindustries.org\/\">Homeboy Industries<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.eastlaservicearea.org\/elasc_cte.html\">East LA Skills Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lattc.edu\/\">Los Angeles Trade Technical College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.smc.edu\/\">Santa Monica College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wvoc.net\/\">West Valley Occupational Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.winterwomen.org\/\">Women in Non Traditional Employment Roles (WINTER)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Inland Empire<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceoworks.org\/\">Center for Employment Opportunities<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sbcusd.com\/index.aspx?nid=341\">Arroyo Valley High School<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegeofthedesert.edu\/\">College of the Desert<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dhshighschool.com\/\">Desert Hot Springs High School REAL Academy<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sceta.org\/\">Southern California Engineering Technologists Association (SCETA)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/vvc.edu\/\">Victor Valley Community College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cflckids.org\/empower-youth\">Youth Opportunity Center of Hemet<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>San Diego<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cetweb.org\/\">Center for Employment Training<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cuyamaca.edu\/\">Cuyamaca College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.metrosandiego.org\/\">Metro United Methodist Urban Ministry<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miracosta.edu\/\">MiraCosta College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.swccd.edu\/\">Southwestern College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.urbancorpssd.org\/\">Urban Corps of San Diego County<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/workforce.org\/\">San Diego Workforce Partnership<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rescue.org\/\">International Rescue Committee<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Colorado Partners","content":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/coloradomtn.edu\/\">Colorado Mountain College<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"link to: online classes\" href=\"https:\/\/everbluetraining.com\/all-courses\/category\/solar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Everblue<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.navajotech.edu\/\">Navajo Technical University<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Mid-Atlantic Partners","content":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/civicworks.com\/\">Civic Works<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/doee.dc.gov\/summer\">Green Zone Environmental Program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.layc-dc.org\/\">Latin American Youth Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sashabruce.org\/\">Sasha Bruce Youthwork<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false}]},{"tile_id":"55730912","heading":"  ","items":[{"title":"GRID Alternatives Safety, Tools, and Tips","content":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TL-Resource-Page-Construction-Safety-Manual-03-03-14.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safety Manual<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IBT-Tracking-Sheet-final-v2.10_2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IBT Skills Checklist<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Appendix-A-Safety-Talk-04-11-17.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Morning Safety Talk<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Volunteering-and-Training-Guidebook.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volunteering and Training Guidebook\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BOS-Parts-List-Grounding-Hardware.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grounding Hardware<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IBTSUP-012-English-Spanish-GRID-Solar-Glossary.pdf\">Solar Vocabulary in Spanish\u00a0with English-Spanish Solar Glossary<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Sample-Design-Plans.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Example roof layouts and one-line drawings<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1TUjvuZ7ONAM7T-pnMZakX_-DFrlWtYIj\/view?usp=sharing\">Sample Site Plan<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NABCEP-Certifications-Presentation.pptx.pdf\">NABCEP Certifications Presentation<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NABCEP-PV-Associates-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">NABCEP PV Associates Certification FAC<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PV-Installer-Specialist-NABCEP-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">PV Installer Specialist NABCEP Certification FAQ<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PV-Installation-Professional-NABCEP-Certification-FAQ.pdf\">PV Installation Professional NABCEP Certification FAQ<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Building your Knowledge Base","content":"<em>Basics:<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solarenergy.org\/free-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Solar Energy Training<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xKxrkht7CpY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do solar panels work?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mvuHsu8S6v8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volts, Amps, and Watts Explained<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lYZUXV-v71Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brief Intro to Voltage, Current, and Power<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vN9aR2wKv0U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Difference between AC and DC Current Explained<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1cpkOHeQiiGHSoWOJrw5TPPs4a_RtujPs\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Conduit Bender Guide - Klein Tools<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/m.youtube.com\/watch?v=r6zr4WsevIY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 point saddle bend<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=l3Nv1mjof-I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reading a Tape Measure<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YYLzss58CLs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Duck Curve<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fDvZOp9Oqro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electricity and Electric Circuits<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J4Vq-xHqUo8&amp;t=1s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Voltage, Current and Resistance<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em>Continuing education:<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uglysbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uglys Books<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sustainableenergyaction.org\/clean-energy-clearinghouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Energy Clearinghouse<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.woodmac.com\/market-insights\/types\/podcasts\/the-interchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Interchanged Recharge Podcast<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/cleanenergytraining.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Energy Resources and Training<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unirac.com\/certified-installer\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNIRAC Certified Installer Program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironridge.com\/resources\/installer-cert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Become an IronRidge Certified Solar Installer<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"GRID Alternatives Volunteering and Training Guidebook (PDF)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vN9aR2wKv0U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Difference between AC and DC Current Explained<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a title=\"Link to IBT Skills Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.heatspring.com\/courses\/nabcep-pv-associate-practice-exam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HeatSpring NABCEP PV Associate Practice Exam<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salesforce training<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aifwd.com\/field\/empowering-solar-with-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI and Solar<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\">Formal Education &amp; Apprenticeships<\/h3>\r\n<ul role=\"list\">\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.renewableenergyjobs.com\/content\/complete-guide-to-renewable-energy-training-and-education#US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Renewable Energy Training &amp; Education<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/electricaltrainingalliance.org\/training\/apprenticeshipTraining\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electrical Training Alliance<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liuna.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greenworkforceconnect.org\/for-job-seekers#\">Green Workforce Connect<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goweca.com\/Apprenticeship.aspx\">Western Electrical Contractors Association (WECA)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","open":false},{"title":"Manufacturer Manuals and Specification Sheets","content":"<strong><em><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Racking systems:<\/span><\/em><\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Everest-Installation-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Everest Installation Manual<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/files.ironridge.com\/IronRidge_Parts_Catalog.pdf\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">IronRidge Product Catalog<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ironridge.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">IronRidge Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.prosolar.com\/PDFS\/BROCHURESpdf\/SolarWedge_brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProSolar Product Brochures<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/PDFS\/INSTALLpdf\/SOLARWEDGE_6ft.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProSolar Installation guides<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/PDFS\/BROCHURESpdf\/Levelingkit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProSolar: Brochures<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unirac.com\/products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNIRAC Product Catalog<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/prosolar.com\/prosolar-new\/pages\/faq_page.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProSolar FAQs<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1rAKISF5_2s7sgOHTMfRMwLW2dt6ajrwW\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SnapNRack Product Catalog<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/snapnrack.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">SnapNRack Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WEEB-instruction-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">WEEBs<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em><strong>Inverters:<\/strong><\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Enphase-IQ-6-and-IQ-6-Microinverters.pdf\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Enphase IQ 6+<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/14N7tvjG3ikL_CU76xv8WBf6zOICoR9vO\/view?usp=sharing\"><span data-mce-mark=\"1\">Enphase IQ8<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PVI-5000-6000-OUTD-US-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Power-One PVI-5000-6000-OUTD-US<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SB3000TL-5000TL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SMA America SB3000TL-5000TL<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PVI-3000S-5300-Installation-and-Operation-Manual-Rev.-A.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solectria Renewables PVI 3000S-5300<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SolarEdge-HD-Wave-Installation-3000H-US-7600H-US.pdf\">SolarEdge 3000H-US - 7600H-US<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/se_power_optimizers_installation_guide.pdf\">SolarEdge Power Optimizer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em><strong>Modules:<\/strong><\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1J7nNcLUiN59h4O2D4J4CS7cUcLeNof0m\/view?usp=sharing\">Longi LR4-60HPB<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em><strong>Tools:<\/strong><\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nabcep.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NABCEP<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.solarabcs.org\/about\/publications\/reports\/expedited-permit\/map\/map_intro.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solar ABCs interactive solar reference map<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/live-grid-wp.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Solmetric-SunEye-200-Series-Users-Guide_en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Solmetric SunEye<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helioscope.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Helioscope<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pvsol-online.valentin-software.com\/#\/\">PV Sol<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em><strong>Safety Equipment:<\/strong><\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><span data-mce-mark=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zZZfUpja0BA&amp;feature=player_embedded\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HUGS: Manufacturer installation video<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span 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