Manager, Field Operations
Sunrun
Lead field teams, ensure quality, safety, and operations for solar installations.
9 days ago ago
$107,022 - $142,696
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Jose, CA
Field
Company Size
11,058 Employees
Service Specialisms
Residential solar installation
Battery energy storage
Solar system financing
Power Purchase Agreements (PPA)
Solar leasing
Solar system monitoring & maintenance
EV charger installation
Grid services aggregation
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Solar
Energy
Battery Storage
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
kpi tracking
survey monitoring
checklist review
safety compliance
escalation resolution
team management
- Report to upper management on pipeline health and risks.
- Review Foreman Installation Checklists (FICs) and site survey data to ensure technical accuracy and job readiness.
- Assist in resolving rejected project data or documentation-related go-backs.
- Conduct site visits and support investigations on failed inspections or survey-related rework.
- Ensure consistent use of safety equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Submit feedback to field teams on recurring quality issues, unsafe practices, or incomplete documentation.
- Contribute to district performance reviews by providing insights into field operations trends and staffing needs.
- Lead retraining efforts in coordination with training teams for underperforming or newly hired staff.
- Travel regularly to job sites to conduct spot checks, resolve issues, and mentor staff.
- Directly manage a team of field employees across one or more branch locations.
- Monitor survey and inspection outcomes to ensure compliance with SOPs, NEC codes, and AHJ-specific requirements.
- Drive field team progress and assign priorities based on backlog and cycle times within the scope of their team and request other business priorities.
- Act as the primary point of contact between field functions to reduce handoff delays and rework.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to streamline handoffs between survey, install, and inspection phases.
- Collaborate with senior leadership on headcount planning, tool management, and vehicle needs.
- Oversee daily assignments, adjust schedules as needed, and ensure team coverage across the install pipeline.
- Track and report on key performance indicators including survey accuracy, inspection pass rates, rework volumes, and team productivity.
- Resolve field escalations, including missing data, failed inspections, or site access issues, in coordination with other departments.
- Coach and develop team members in survey accuracy, safety standards, and inspection readiness.
What you bring
osha 10/30
photovoltaic
salesforce
googlesuite
driver’s license
bachelor’s
- OSHA 10/30 preferred.
- Familiarity with photovoltaic system design, code compliance, and residential installation practices.
- 2-3+ years of field operations, inspections, or construction management experience.
- Experience with Salesforce, GoogleSuite, and/or other scheduling and operations tools.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check to travel 30% to field locations within the assigned region.
- Minimum 1 year of leadership or team coordination experience.
- Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and navigating residential rooftops as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
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Security clearance- must pass a driving background check and have a clean driving record.
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Company
Overview
1 million customers
Customer Milestone
The company reached a significant milestone by surpassing 1 million customers in 2024.
1 GW annually
Solar Capacity Installed
The company installs nearly 1 gigawatt of solar capacity each year, contributing to clean energy generation.
- Founded in 2007 in San Francisco, it pioneered the solar-as-a-service model, letting homeowners access renewable energy without upfront costs.
- It became the largest U.S. residential solar installer through its acquisition of Vivint Solar in 2020.
- It installs rooftop solar paired with battery storage (Tesla Powerwall or LG Chem) and offers home EV charging.
- Its projects range from single-family homes to aggregated grid services, supplying backup power during outages.
- It enables vehicle-to-home power via Ford F-150 Lightning partnerships, blending mobility and energy solutions.
- Despite policy headwinds, it maintains positive cash flow and continues scaling distributed clean energy.
- Innovation is at the core of our work.
- Collaborating with passionate people to deliver results.
- Providing solar energy solutions to make clean energy accessible to everyone.
- Empowering people to contribute to sustainability.
- Operating with integrity and transparency.
Net Zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
Commitment to achieving zero carbon emissions by 2050.
8M+ CO2 Reduction
Annual Carbon Footprint Reduction
Solar installations help customers reduce their carbon footprint annually.
- Commitment to helping the U.S. transition to clean, renewable energy.
- Proactively working to scale renewable energy access for underserved communities.
36% representation
Women in workforce
Women make up 36% of the workforce, contributing to diverse perspectives and leadership across various roles.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member feels empowered.
- Sunrun’s leadership team includes a diverse set of experiences and backgrounds.
- Dedicated programs to mentor and support underrepresented groups within the solar industry.
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