Overview
The Lead Installer position is a contributing member of a solar installation construction crew. The Lead Installer is responsible to work as a team with the Foreman and Installers to complete residential solar installation projects. This position will have the additional responsibility of guiding and coordinating fellow installers on a daily basis.
Responsibilities
- Review inventory to ensure assigned crew truck is stocked adequately
- Layout and assemble solar modules, mechanical and structural mounts, and tools in preparation of installation
- Apply weather sealing to roofing structure, building or support mechanisms
- Assemble the racking, solar modules, panels or support structures as specified in project plan
- Ensure a clean and orderly job site
- Perform project clean up including client site and installation vehicle
- Ensure personal, crew and job site safety at all times
- Participate in mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety
- Lead crew through safe, effective and efficient installations
- Provide leadership, technical expertise and support to fellow crew members
- When assigned assist with solar battery installations
- 100% travel required
Qualification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous solar installation experience required. Applicants with equivalent construction or military experience may be considered
- Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check. Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license
- Certified to use equipment i.e. forklift, scissor lift, snorkel lift, skid steer etc
- Osha 10 or Osha 30
- Safety: Adheres to company safety policies and procedures including ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely
- Customer Service: Ability to establish rapport, build relationships and loyalty with external and internal customers and coworkers, and remains tactful when communicating
- Results Driven: Proven ability to meet deadlines and key metrics
- Works independently, as a team player, and drives results in a fast paced, team based environment
- Must be willing to assist teammates and build strong relationships to achieve company and department goals
- Problem Solving: Solid logical decision making and troubleshooting skills with the ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner
- Exercises good judgment
- Takes ownership of issues or questions and will escalate problems to the appropriate persons and follow up accordingly with the customer
- Knows when to involve supervisors
- Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
- Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
- Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces which requires kneeling and crouching
- Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
- Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
- Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment
- Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
- Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions
- Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
- Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green
- Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
- Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protections
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.65 - $32.87 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Construction: 1 year (Required)
- Solar: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road