Roof Lead

Freedom Forever•Fredericksburg, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join an established and innovative company in the fast-growing solar industry and enjoy strong pay rate + install bonuses + benefits + advancement opportunities! Do you have proven skills and experience completing solar installations and motivating other people to do their best work? If this sounds like you, and you want an opportunity where your commitment to quality and productivity will be rewarded, please keep reading! We’re Freedom Forever, a fast-growing solar company known for innovation and quality, and we’re looking for people who want an opportunity to build a career with us as a Crew Lead! The Roof Lead is responsible for assembling, installing and/or maintaining solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on varying surfaces (rooftop, ground mount, use specific structures, etc.). Daily activities are inclusive of, but not limited to, measuring, cutting, drilling, working from height, minor electrical work, assisting with structural upgrades, using hand/power tooling, reading plan-sets, following direction, following safe work practices, and assisting senior members of the designated installation team. The Roof Lead is responsible for ensuring quality and safe practices for all work performed on the PV array (roof or ground mount).

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
1 year of PV installation experience is required inclusive of a minimum of 6 months leading an installation crew
Basic electrical and PV installation (racking and module install)
Must have a strong understanding of PV systems, components, installation methods and safety practices
Ability to motivate and mentor others from a leadership position
Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
Ability to assign tasks to team and ensure all tasks are completed in order and on time
Attention to detail
Able to work safety with heights on ladders and in confined areas
Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
Must be willing and able to climb ladders, stairs, work on rooftops and able to work on your feet for long periods of time
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Well skilled with power and hand tools as well as showing others how to safely use them
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Must have a valid state driver's license and have a clean driving record
All assigned Freedom Forever training modules and documentation must be completed by the designated due date

Nice To Haves

Optional training (Freedom Forever and external party) may be completed at the employee’s discretion outside of business hours

Responsibilities

Driving Company vehicle to and from the branch
Loading and unloading company vehicle with project materials
Loading and unloading materials to and from the roof/structure being installed on
Assemble all roof components in an efficient and safe manner
Perform all PV electrical work independently or under direct supervision.
Perform ground and final wire electrical work both independently and under direct supervision
Providing direction and task assignment for all work performed at the PV array (roof or ground mount)
Updating and maintaining constant communication with the crew lead onsite
Install projects adhering to Freedom Forever plan sets
Flashing penetrations as needed to ensure project quality
Ensure all work is performed in strict compliance with Freedom Forever policies, applicable codes (Ex: NFPA-70, IRC, IFC, CA-T24, etc.).
Strictly follow all Freedom Forever safety regulations and policies
Follow all direction given by senior members of the crew
Provide recommendations for efficiency and compliance gains through appropriate channels
Ensure customer satisfaction
Position may be required to communicate directly with the end user(s)
Some domestic travel may be required
Perform other duties as assigned