Burning Man

NVO Solar Crew

Nevada Operations - Gerlach, NV - Temporary

JOB SUMMARY

The Solar Program Crew will be held accountable for general construction and labor at the direction of the Solar Program Manager. This includes aiding in the building and installing solar resources in Gerlach and Playa. In addition to the physical aspects of the job, this role will require learning and effectively using the essential workings of the solar infrastructure to identify and address issues. 

 

This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt role, based in Gerlach, NV running from July to September, 2026.

 

The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on March 16th, 2026.


 

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

Transportation, Installation, and Maintenance (80%)

  • Install solar energy systems as instructed by the Solar Program Manager.
  • Perform maintenance checks.
  • Apply solvents, sealants, or other protective coatings as required.
  • Assist with the installation of electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Measure and prepare areas identified for installation.
  • Build and execute designs created by the Solar Program Manager for portable solar energy systems.
  • Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines. 
  • Assist in setting up temporary power grids for events and operations as needed.
  • Customer service for internal and external partners and customers.

 

Documentation and Tracking (10%)

  • Record operational or environmental data as needed.
  • Communicate concerns regarding safety, interpersonal crew relationships, and other information to the Solar Program Manager or the NVO OFF Manager - as appropriate.
  • Know, share, and use the proper pathways of communication for escalating personnel issues. 
  • Create and maintain reports as instructed by the Solar Program Manager.
  • Work with the Solar Program Manager to maintain continuity in what and how work is documented.
  • Maintain an awareness of the operation timeline and plan for and organize work accordingly.
  • Ensure communications are prompt and professional and that needed discretion is maintained.

 

Other Duties: (10%)

  • Keep regular business hours as advised by the Solar Program Manager.
  • Abide by the rules and codes of conduct as described in the Nevada Operations Compass, NVO Compass, and Ranch Protocols.
  • Be familiar with and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

 


LEARNING AND TEACHING

  • Documentation - Assists in creating, publishing, and maintaining process documentation related to their assigned duties.
  • Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.

 


QUALIFICATIONS

 

REQUIRED
  • Intermediate knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Intermediate knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in constructing or repairing structures and/or solar arrays.
  • Beginning to intermediate knowledge of installation of equipment, machines, wiring, and/or computer programs.
  • Knowledge of electrical and solar systems.
  • Able to relocate to Gerlach, Nevada, for the entirety of the contract.
  • Experience (1+ years) executing construction projects of varying complexity.
  • Honest and ethical with a dedication to the Burning Man principles and behavioral standards.
  • Dependable; fulfills obligations.
  • Ability to adjust schedule seasonally to work at the Burning Man event held in Nevada.

 

 

PREFERRED

  • Knowledge of BRC, its departments, and operations.
  • First-aid knowledge.
  • Experience working in remote wilderness and/or desert environments.
  • Ensure that all team members are provided with the necessary OSHA-approved safety equipment.
  • Establish and maintain a clean and safe worksite while utilizing the necessary OSHA-approved safety equipment
  • It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture.


 

Note: If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant experience in your application.

 

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

  • Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

 

COMPENSATION: 

Individual compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors, including prior experience and geographical location. The anticipated pay rate for this position is $___16__ to $_18____ per hour.


 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Off-playa:  This position requires periods of heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing.  This position will be physically demanding and requires individuals with good physical health, and endurance. This will also include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore this could include walking or using some form of transportation. Some of the work will be in outside weather conditions and will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles as well as possible extremes in temperature. 
  • On-playa: This position requires periods of heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing.  This position will be physically demanding and requires individuals with good physical health, and endurance. This will also include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore this could include walking or using some form of transportation. Some of the work will be in outside weather conditions and will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles as well as possible extremes in temperature. 

 

NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:

  • Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
  • Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
  • Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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