Lead Installer

sunrun; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nike/Carhartt swag

The League incentives

Trips and prizes

Job summary

Sunrun is seeking a Lead Installer to join our residential solar installation crew. You’ll work with a team to complete projects, guide fellow installers, and ensure high-quality, safe installations.

You’ll participate in training, coordinate tasks, and help ensure on-time project completion while maintaining excellent safety standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous solar installation experience required.
• Must maintain a clean driving record and possess a valid license.
• Commitment to safety policies and safe work practices.
• Ability to meet deadlines and key metrics.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory at loading dock and stock crew truck.
• Layout and assemble solar modules and related equipment.
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures.
• Assemble racking and supports per project plan.
• Maintain a clean and orderly job site; perform site cleanup.
• Lead crew through safe, efficient installations and provide support.
• Participate in training on new products and safety.
• Assist with solar battery installations as needed.
• May serve as acting Foreperson in foreperson's absence.

Skills

Solar installation experience

Team leadership

Safety consciousness

Problem solving

Customer relationship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Sunrun, 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. To do it, we're designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. We're unlike any other residential energy 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.

Who We Are

We're on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.

About Sunrun

Since 2007, Sunrun has grown into America's #1 home solar and battery company. We got here by putting our people's safety and growth first. That's why we created the Power+ program: to invest in your skills. We train you to work across different teams-from qualifying homes for solar, to installing, to inspecting the final work, and servicing existing systems. This versatility helps limit reduced hours and ehances job security in an industry affected by seasons. It also means you can solve customer problems in one visit, keeping you safely off the road and moving your career forward.

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. This position will have the additional responsibility of guiding and coordinating fellow installers on a daily basis.

Get recognized for your hard work! Competitive hourly base pay and lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Carhartt Sponsored incentive program, The League. You'll earn Nike/Carhartt swag, prizes and amazing trips through the program as well as progress in your career.

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 sp