Sunrun
Provider of residential solar and battery storage systems via subscription, with no upfront cost.
Lead Installer
Lead solar installer overseeing crew, installing residential solar systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Verify crew truck inventory at the loading dock. • Layout and assemble solar modules, mounts, and electrical equipment. • Apply weather sealing to roofing structures. • Install racking, panels, and support structures per project plan. • Maintain a clean and orderly job site and perform post‑project cleanup. • Ensure personal, crew, and site safety at all times. • Lead crew through safe, efficient installations and provide technical support. • Participate in mandatory training on new products, methods, and safety. • Assist with solar battery installations and act as foreperson when needed. • Lift and transport materials up to 50 lb regularly (100 lb with assistance). • Perform roof work involving climbing, bending, squatting, and balancing. • Use hand tools with fine motor skills and wear appropriate PPE.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸inventory check
- ▸solar assembly
- ▸racking install
- ▸battery install
- ▸safety oversight
- ▸site clean
What You Bring
• High school diploma or equivalent; construction or military experience considered. • Prior solar installation experience required. • Clean driving record and valid driver’s license (age 21+). • Ability to follow safety policies, identify hazards, and promote safe work. • Strong communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving skills. • Willingness to cross‑train via Power+ program and work collaboratively. • Work in confined spaces (attics, crawl spaces) and varied outdoor conditions.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸solar experience
- ▸clean driving
- ▸safety
- ▸communication
- ▸cross‑training
Benefits
The Lead Installer role is a key member of a residential solar installation crew, responsible for completing projects and guiding fellow installers daily. Successful candidates earn competitive hourly wages, performance incentives through the Nike/Carhartt‑sponsored League program, and opportunities for career advancement. The position also offers cross‑training through Sunrun’s Power+ program, enhancing job security across seasonal fluctuations. Compensation ranges from $27.60 to $36.80 per hour, with decisions not based on salary history. Interested applicants can contact recruiter Suzanne Goheen ([email protected]) for more details. Sunrun is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. • Competitive hourly pay ($27.60–$36.80) plus performance incentives and Nike/Carhartt rewards. • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. • 401(k) with company match and stock purchase plan. • Paid vacation, holidays, and baby bonding leave. • Fully funded education programs, employee discounts, and volunteer hour rewards.
Work Environment
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