Solar Inspection Tech - Philadelphia
Spartan X•Philadelphia, PA
•$25 - $32•Onsite
About The Position
SpartanX is seeking an experienced Solar Inspection Technician to support residential solar inspection operations across its active markets. The role is a quality checkpoint between installation and final approval: reviewing completed projects for inspection readiness, identifying deficiencies, coordinating corrections, and helping projects pass inspection on the first attempt. The technician works with inspectors, AHJs, homeowners, and field teams, and partners with Installation, Electrical, Service, and Operations to improve installation consistency and project quality.
Requirements
- Previous residential solar experience.
- Strong understanding of residential solar installation practices and project workflows.
- Ability to recognize installation deficiencies, workmanship issues, and potential inspection concerns.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects efficiently.
- Professional communication skills when working with inspectors, AHJs, homeowners, and internal teams.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and follow-through skills.
- Comfort working on rooftops and ladders, and outdoors in varying conditions.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Previous solar inspection, quality control, service, or installation experience.
- Working knowledge of NEC requirements and residential solar electrical systems.
- Electrical experience.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- Experience working directly with AHJs, inspectors, permitting departments, or utilities.
- Experience preparing projects for inspection and resolving failed inspection items.
Responsibilities
- Conduct inspection-readiness reviews of completed residential solar installations.
- Verify projects meet company standards, AHJ and utility requirements, and applicable codes.
- Identify installation deficiencies, workmanship concerns, and potential code issues before inspection.
- Verify required labels, placards, equipment, documentation, and other inspection-readiness items are complete.
- Attend residential solar inspections and communicate professionally with inspectors and AHJs.
- Coordinate correction items with Installation, Electrical, Service, and Operations teams.
- Accurately document inspection results, deficiencies, correction requirements, and completed work.
- Verify corrections have been completed properly before reinspection.
- Assist with scheduling and preparing for reinspections when necessary.
- Perform quality-control reviews to help improve first-time inspection pass rates.
- Identify recurring installation or inspection issues and communicate trends to leadership.
- Partner with field teams to improve installation consistency and reduce preventable inspection failures.
Benefits
- Monthly vehicle allowance for business use.
- Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel.
- Training and ongoing professional development.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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