Solar Installer

ION Solar • Ashland, VA

5d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

ION Solar is a rapidly expanding, full-service residential solar company with a nationwide presence. The Solar Installer assembles, installs, and maintains residential solar PV systems. The role involves configuring systems to suit site conditions and customer needs, connecting panels to the power grid with assistance from an Electrician, and maintaining quality and safety standards. Work is performed outdoors, on rooftops, and sometimes in attics and crawl spaces as part of a team that includes technicians and electricians.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of PV equipment and installation.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical wiring and equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read building plans and equipment manuals.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to install PV panels.
• Ability to use ION technology, such as smartphones, Paycom, Field Pro, and Salesforce.
• Ability to work at great heights.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical school training.
• Experience in solar, roofing, or construction.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install solar panels on roofs.
• Configure PV systems based on site conditions and customers’ needs and expectations, and connect panels to the power grid.
• Maintain high quality-assurance and quality-control standards, with emphasis on crew safety.
• Complete projects within established policies and procedures.
• Ensure equipment is weather-sealed.
• Perform routine maintenance on PV systems.
• Assist the Electrician with connecting PV panels to the electrical system.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid birthday off.

What This Job Offers

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