Residential PV1 Technician
About The Position
The Residential PV1 Technician is part of a solar installation crew and assists with the mechanical aspects of residential solar installations. The role includes assembling solar modules, arranging arrays, organizing layouts with mounting hardware, and completing installations that include electrical wiring equipment. Technicians work alongside experienced team members, review project plans, follow design specifications and established procedures, attend training, document completed work, and maintain accurate work-hour records. The position is safety-sensitive and includes work outdoors on rooftops, potentially near energized electrical equipment and exposed rooftop edges. Comprehensive training and demonstrated comprehension are required before on-site activities begin.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to build and plumb solar panel arrays.
- Proficiency in fixture installation and solar panel mounting.
- Understanding of low- and high-voltage systems and compliance with NEC regulations.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to climb ladders or stairs and work on rooftops for extended periods.
- Full mobility in the upper and lower body, and visual, verbal, and auditory acuity sufficient to follow and provide instructions, operate machinery and equipment, and perform work accurately.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force and lift or carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to recognize and report safety hazards and work safely around heavy equipment, tools, rooftops, and energized electrical equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or higher.
- Rooftop solar installation experience.
- General construction or framing experience.
- Electrical experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete projects within established policies and procedures while adhering to design specifications.
- Work alongside experienced technicians, observe their work, retrieve tools and materials, and perform assigned tasks.
- Review job plans before beginning installation work.
- Collaborate with the ACrew Lead to learn solar installation practices and theory.
- Lay out and assemble solar modules and arrays, mechanical and structural mounting hardware, and AC and DC electrical wiring equipment.
- Seal roof penetrations and install related equipment.
- Set up solar monitoring.
- Assist with documenting completed installations according to established procedures.
- Clean up job sites.
- Record all hours worked for attendance and project records.
- Attend assigned training on new products, installation methodologies, and safety procedures.
- Perform additional duties as needed.
- Follow OSHA, NFPA, state and local codes, and company safety protocols.
- Meet or exceed production goals as directed by the Crew Lead while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Maintain a minimum tool kit and properly care for company-owned tools, vehicles, and materials.
- Maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record free of DUIs.
- Contribute to a positive, productive work environment free from harassment, bullying, and other negative influences.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
