Electrical Foreperson

Sunrun; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sunrun is seeking an Electrical Foreperson to lead a solar installation crew on residential and small commercial projects. You will oversee safety, quality, customer service, and productivity while guiding a team of 3–6 workers on site.

Your role includes coordinating materials, maintaining documentation, ensuring OSHA compliance, and delivering projects on schedule with strong communication to customers and management.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license.
• Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards. Carry and maintain up-to-date NEC code book.
• Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer.
• Have CPR and First Aid Certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of continued employment (class costs are reimbursable by the company)
• Physically capable of performing work duties
• Professional appearance and customer interaction
• Have a strong work ethic, high level of craftsmanship/workmanship with strong attention to detail
• Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Possess strong mechanical/construction skills
• Have excellent verbal communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Have good people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline when necessary
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License
• 5% travel required

Aufgaben

• Responsible for the successful installation of residential solar projects.
• Organize, lead, and train crew members to complete projects within guidelines and timeframes.
• Ensure safety, quality, customer service, and productivity on each project.
• Manage construction workflow to drive productivity.
• Ensure adequate materials and equipment are available.
• Maintain project documentation and photos.
• Enforce OSHA standards relevant to PV installations.
• Monitor installers’ progress and ensure quality at each step.
• Communicate with customers throughout construction.
• Perform weekly vehicle inspections and manage time sheets.
• Provide construct‑ability feedback to management.
• Handle service calls when necessary.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Electrical installation

Safety compliance

Customer communication

Project coordination

Documentation

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Journeyman License/Electrician Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Jobbeschreibung

Electrical Foreperson

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well‑being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Overview

The Electrical Foreperson will provide leadership and technical expertise for a solar installation crew. The Electrical Foreperson is responsible for the Safety, Quality, Customer Service, and Productivity of each assigned solar installation project. The Electrical Foreperson is a working field position that leads a team of 3 to 6 members to successfully complete residential and small commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful installation of residential solar projects
• Organize, lead, and train crew members to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframes
• Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity
• Effectively manage all aspects of the construction workflow of the project to drive productivity
• Ensure that there is adequate materials and equipment to safely and efficiently complete projects
• Effectively maintain project documentation and photo requirements
• Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards
• Check on progress of installers every hour throughout the installation to ensure the installation process
• Follow Construction Job Flow Procedures
• Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co‑workers
• Analyze and resolve worker problems and recommend solutions
• Maintain consistent and appropriate interface with customer throughout construction phase
• Perform weekly vehicle inspection for proper tire pressures, oil level, working lights, etc
• Obtain customer payments and deliver to management as required
• Ensure accuracy of your own and crew's time sheets
• Provide construct‑ability feedback to management
• Maintain excellent lines of communication
• Perform service calls when necessary
• Additional duties assigned as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license
• Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards. Carry and maintain up‑to‑date NEC code book
• Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer and Lead Installer
• Have CPR and First Aid Certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of continued employment (class costs are reimbursable by the company)
• Physically capable of performing work duties
• Professional appearance and customer interaction
• Have a strong work ethic, high level of craftsmanship/workmanship with strong attention to detail
• Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Possess strong mechanical/construction skills
• Have excellent verbal communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Have good people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline when necessary
• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License
• 5% travel required

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 which requires kneeling and crouching
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
• Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
• Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment
• Ability to work while wearing heavy protective equipment such as arc flash suits, gloves, and face shields
• Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
• Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
• Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection