Lead Solar Installer

Sunrun • Des Plaines, IL

3d

About The Position

The Lead Solar Installer is a contributing member of a residential solar installation construction crew. The role works with the crew to complete residential solar installation projects and has the additional responsibility of guiding and coordinating fellow installers each day. The Lead Installer leads safe, effective, and efficient installations; provides technical expertise and support to crew members; and may serve as acting Foreperson when the Foreperson is absent. The position may also assist with solar battery installations and participate in Sunrun’s Power+ cross-training program, which may involve comparable work in other departments.

The position requires outdoor and rooftop work, including work at height and in confined spaces, and travel of 5%. Sunrun offers competitive hourly base pay and performance incentives through its Nike/Carhartt-sponsored The League program, which includes branded merchandise, prizes, and trips.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous solar installation experience; applicants with equivalent construction or military experience may be considered.
• Must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver’s license, maintain a clean driving record, and pass a driving background check.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures, identify and report safety hazards, and encourage others to work safely.
• Ability to establish rapport and build relationships and loyalty with customers and coworkers while communicating tactfully.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and key metrics.
• Willingness and ability to participate in the Power+ program and perform comparable work in other departments when requested or when already skilled to support it.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and drive results in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Willingness to assist teammates and build strong relationships to achieve company and department goals.
• Logical decision-making, troubleshooting, and timely, effective problem-solving skills.
• Good judgment.
• Take ownership of issues or questions, escalate problems to appropriate people, and follow up with customers.
• Ability to transport materials and equipment, lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balancing while working on rooftops with various angles and surfaces.
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces, including kneeling and crouching.
• Ability to work outdoors in conditions that may include excessive noise, extreme heat or cold, wet environments, and humidity.
• Ability to frequently use hand functions requiring fine motor skills, including fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to work safely with ladders, fall-protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other elevated areas.
• Ability to work in sunlight and possibly low-light conditions.
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damaging them.
• Ability to distinguish red, black, yellow, white, and green.
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings.
• Ability to work with chemicals while using appropriate protections.
• Able to travel 5%.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory at the loading dock to ensure the assigned crew truck is adequately stocked.
• Lay out and assemble solar modules, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment, and tools in preparation for installation.
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures, buildings, or support mechanisms.
• Assemble racking, solar modules, panels, or support structures according to the project plan.
• Maintain a clean and orderly job site and clean up the client site and installation vehicle after projects.
• Ensure personal, crew, and job-site safety at all times.
• Participate in mandatory training on new products, installation methods, and safety.
• Lead the crew through safe, effective, and efficient installations.
• Provide leadership, technical expertise, and support to fellow crew members.
• Assist with solar battery installations when assigned.
• Serve as acting Foreperson in the Foreperson’s absence when needed.
• Participate in the Power+ program, including cross-training or performing work in other departments when requested and qualified.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly base pay.
• Performance incentives through The League, including Nike/Carhartt merchandise, prizes, and trips.
• Power+ training and cross-training program to develop skills across teams and support job security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED