Lead Solar Installer

Job Summary

The Lead Solar Installer is responsible for overseeing the installation and maintenance of solar energy systems, including solar panels, inverters, racking systems, and electrical components. This role involves coordinating team activities, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and providing technical guidance to team members. The Lead Solar Installer works both indoors and outdoors, often at elevated heights, and plays a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient installation of car chargers, solar, and battery systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership and Supervision:

a. Supervise and guide Solar Installers on-site, ensuring tasks are completed according to design specifications, safety regulations, and company standards.

b. Assist with training new installers on proper techniques and safety protocols.

c. Coordinate daily activities and assign tasks to team members to optimize productivity and efficiency.

2. Installation of Solar Panels, Battery Systems, and Car Chargers:

a. Lead the installation of solar panels on rooftops, ground mounts, or other structures, adhering to design specifications.

b. Ensure proper installation of racking systems to support solar panels and other system components.

c. Oversee the installation of battery systems and car chargers, ensuring compliance with design and safety requirements.

d. Troubleshoot and resolve installation challenges on-site to maintain project timelines.

3. Electrical Wiring and Integration:

a. Supervise the wiring of solar panels to inverters and other electrical components, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

b. Verify the proper connection of panels to electrical service panels and system testing equipment.

4. System Testing and Commissioning:

a. Oversee system testing to verify the functionality and efficiency of installed solar systems.

b. Identify and resolve issues or malfunctions during testing and commissioning.

c. Ensure that completed systems meet grid connection requirements and project specifications.

5. Safety Compliance:

a. Enforce safety protocols and guidelines, ensuring team members adhere to industry standards and company policies to prevent accidents.

b. Conduct safety briefings and ensure all team members use personal protective equipment (PPE).

c. Maintain a safe, organized work environment by identifying and mitigating hazards.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

a. Accurately document installation activities, including equipment used, labor hours, and project status.

b. Submit required paperwork, permits, and reports in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

c. Provide regular updates to supervisors on project progress, challenges, and safety concerns.

7. Customer Interaction:

a. Communicate with customers to answer questions, provide explanations, and ensure their satisfaction with the installation process.

b. Offer guidance on system operation and maintenance, representing the company professionally at all times.

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification in electrical or solar installation preferred.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar panel installation or a related field.

· Proven leadership experience with the ability to supervise and guide team members.

- Strong knowledge of electrical wiring, circuitry, and safety practices.

- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on-site.

- Comfort working at heights and in various weather conditions.

- Excellent communication and customer service skills.

- Valid driver's license and clean driving record preferred.

Working Conditions:

The Lead Solar Installer typically works outdoors, often on rooftops or other elevated structures, and may be exposed to sunlight, wind, and varying temperatures. The role requires physical strength and stamina to handle heavy equipment and adhere to strict safety protocols. The work schedule may vary depending on project deadlines and weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: On the road