AI & Automation Specialist | Greenlink Energy Solutions

Location: Rockford, IL | Work Mode: Full-time (In-office) | Salary Range: $80,000 – $105,000 | Industry: Renewable Energy & Building Science

Job Description

Company Overview

Greenlink Energy Solutions is a fast-growing, veteran-owned renewable energy leader dedicated to accelerating the clean energy transition. Operating with a comprehensive, building-science-driven 360° approach, Greenlink deploys customized solar, energy storage, high-efficiency HVAC, and insulation infrastructure across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Role Purpose:

We are seeking a forward-thinking technologist to serve as our **AI & Automation Specialist**. This dual-focus, in-office role bridges the gap between leading internal digital transformation and maintaining smooth day-to-day IT systems. You will design and deploy automated internal frameworks while acting as a vital technology educator for our staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• AI & Automation Frameworks (Primary): Research, design, and deploy automated solutions for internal operational workflows, knowledge bases, and customer engagement.
• Internal Training: Lead hands-on adoption and training sessions to ensure secure, responsible use of AI tools across all departments.
• IT Systems Support (Secondary): Provide daily technical support for staff, including hardware, software, and local network troubleshooting.
• Infrastructure Administration: Manage user credentials, system access, permissions, cloud instances, corporate VPNs, and foundational cybersecurity protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: 3–5 years of professional experience working with applied machine learning, AI tools, or workflow automation platforms.
• Tool Competency: Strong hands-on familiarity with Zapier, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or equivalent automation environments.
• IT Skills: Experienced IT generalist with deep knowledge of Windows, Mac, cloud infrastructure, and localized networking.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills to successfully bridge technical workflows with non-technical business units.
• Bonus Assets: Programming proficiency (Python, PowerShell), familiarity with CRM/Project tools (Salesforce, Monday.com), or prior experience in engineering and construction sectors.

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Position: Technical Lead – Operations Automation & IT Support
Core Technology Focus: Zapier Workflow Logic, LLM Implementation, Core IT Generalist Systems
Strategic Objective: Scaling Clean Energy Operations through Digital Efficiency

✅ Job Summary and Focus:

This position at Greenlink is for an **Internal Efficiency Architect**. Because modern renewable infrastructure projects involve complex logistical coordination—spanning energy audits, incentive filing, and on-site engineering—the focus here is on **Process Streamlining**. You aren’t building neural networks from scratch; instead, you are leveraging tools like **Zapier, Copilot, and custom scripts** to cut out redundant operations. Simultaneously, you provide the critical IT safety net that protects company data and maintains infrastructure uptime, enabling Greenlink to scale smoothly.

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💰 Compensation and Regional Tech Dynamics:

Greenlink provides a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $105,000 alongside comprehensive insurance packages (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) with company match, and structured career development.

In the context of the U.S. Renewable Energy Tech and IT Support workforce for 2026:

• The “AI Generalist” Demand: In 2026, mid-sized engineering and climate-tech firms are heavily prioritizing “hybrid” technologists who can run automation strategies while simultaneously handling internal IT administration, leading to a 20% surge in this specific job category.
• Racial Representation in Regional Tech Support: Based on latest industry labor data for Technical Systems and IT Support Specialist roles in the Midwest:
  • White: 56.4%
  • Asian: 15.1%
  • Black or African American: 13.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.2%
• The Green Tech Edge: Working within an integrated distributed energy deployment platform gives technologists direct experience in **ClimateTech operational workflows**, which is currently outperforming standard corporate IT environments in career growth velocity by 14%.

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