Solar Installer

Freedom Power • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Freedom Power is hiring a full-time, on-site Solar Installer in Houston, Texas. The company describes itself as a whole-house energy company formed by Freedom Solar and Freedom HVAC. The installer will work with a crew on residential solar systems ranging from 1 kW to 30 kW, completing work such as racking, DC and AC equipment installation, commissioning, and testing. The role involves working across varied residential roof types and helping homeowners gain greater control over their energy use and costs.

The company offers competitive pay with performance bonuses. It seeks candidates with residential solar installation experience, construction know-how, craftsmanship, and character. The work takes place outdoors and requires routine rooftop and ladder work, lifting, and sustained physical effort in changing Texas weather conditions.

Requirements

• Residential solar installation experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR), required to drive company vehicles.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Knowledge of local electrical codes and residential photovoltaic design and components.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions.
• Comfort working on rooftops and ladders at heights every day.
• Ability to routinely lift 50–75+ pounds throughout the day.
• Ability to bend, stretch, squat, and sustain physical effort.
• Ability to work in Texas heat above 100°F, cold snaps, and wet conditions.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Apprentice Electrical License.
• Electrical experience.
• Construction trades background, such as roofing, carpentry, or metal framing.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily safety meetings before performing work on-site.
• Install racking systems according to manufacturer specifications and Freedom Solar plans on a variety of residential roof types.
• Install DC and AC equipment according to plans and local codes.
• Safely commission and test photovoltaic systems, including voltage testing from 10V–1000VDC and 120V–480VAC.
• Make field changes as needed and communicate clearly with the Project Manager.
• Safely drive company trucks and trailers to and from job sites.
• Support the crew lead and Regional Operations Manager with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 100% company-sponsored short-term disability.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Weekly pay dates.
• Three weeks of paid time off and three sick days.
• 12 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Upward mobility opportunities.
• Performance bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed