Overview
The Lead Installer position is a contributing member of a solar installation construction crew. The Lead Installer is responsible to work as a team to complete residential solar installation projects and has the additional responsibility of guiding and coordinating fellow installers on a daily basis.
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Responsibilities
- Review inventory at loading dock to ensure assigned crew truck is stocked adequately.
- Layout and assemble solar modules, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment and tools in preparation of installation.
- Apply weather sealing to roofing structure, building or support mechanisms.
- Assemble the racking, solar modules, panels or support structures as specified in project plan.
- Ensure a clean and orderly job site.
- Perform project clean up including client site and installation vehicle.
- Ensure personal, crew and job site safety at all times.
- Participate in mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety.
- Lead crew through safe, effective and efficient installations.
- Provide leadership, technical expertise and support to fellow crew members.
- When assigned assist with solar battery installations.
- May serve as "acting Foreperson" in the Forepersons' absence.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous solar installation experience required. Applicants with equivalent construction or military experience may be considered.
- Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check. Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
- Adheres to company safety policies and procedures including ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely.
- Ability to establish rapport, build relationships and loyalty with external and internal customers and coworkers, and remains tactful when communicating.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and key metrics.
- Willingness and ability to participate in the Power+ programs, which means you may be cross trained to perform comparable work in other departments or asked to perform work in other departments you're already skilled to support.
- Works independently, as a team player, and drives results in a fast paced, team based environment.
- Must be willing to assist teammates and build strong relationships to achieve company and department goals.
- Solid logical decision making and troubleshooting skills with the ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner.
- Exercises good judgment.
- Takes ownership of issues or questions and will elevate problems to the appropriate persons and follow up accordingly with the customer.
Physical Demands
- Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance).
- Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance.
- Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces.