Installer
About The Position
The Installer is a member of a residential solar installation construction team and works in partnership with the Foreperson and Lead Installer to complete installation projects. The role is suited to someone interested in solar installation, field safety, and teamwork. Sunrun provides training across different teams through its Power+ program, including qualifying homes for solar, installing systems, inspecting completed work, and servicing existing systems. The position involves maintaining safety on the job site, preparing materials and equipment, assembling and installing solar system components, applying weather sealing, and cleaning the project site and installation vehicle. It requires working outdoors and at heights, handling materials, climbing ladders, and performing physical tasks in varied conditions. The role offers competitive hourly pay, eligibility for performance-based bonus compensation, and a benefits package. Sunrun also offers paid training, tuition reimbursement through PowerU, and internal advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- Adhere to company safety policies and procedures, identify and report safety hazards, and encourage others to work safely.
- Interact with customers and coworkers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Meet due dates, metrics, and impact results individually and as a teammate in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
- Transport materials and equipment, lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Work on rooftops with varied angles and surfaces, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balancing.
- Climb ladders and work safely with equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
- Work outdoors in conditions that may include excessive noise, extreme heat or cold, wet environments, humidity, sun, and low light.
- Frequently use fine motor skills, including fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
- Walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damaging them.
- Distinguish colors including red, black, yellow, white, and green.
- Work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces, including kneeling and crouching.
- Hear verbal commands and warnings.
- Work with chemicals using appropriate protections.
Nice To Haves
- Previous solar, construction, or military experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Ensure personal, crew, and job site safety, and participate in training on new products, installation methods, and safety.
- Review inventory at the loading dock and ensure the assigned crew truck is adequately stocked.
- Complete layout and assemble solar modules, racking, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment, and tools in preparation for installation according to the project plan.
- Apply weather sealing to roofing structures, buildings, or support mechanisms.
- Clean up the project site, client site, and installation vehicle to maintain an orderly work environment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid training
- 100% tuition reimbursement through PowerU, with over 150 educational opportunities
- Competitive hourly base pay paid biweekly
- Eligibility for performance-based bonus compensation
- Internal advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
