Lead Installer

ETW Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package for full-time

Hands-on training & certification

Career advancement path

Job summary

ETW Energy is seeking an experienced Solar Lead Installer to drive safety, quality, and efficiency on residential solar projects. You’ll work with the Foreman and Installers, providing safety-first leadership at the job site.

This role offers hands-on training, a clear advancement path, and a benefits package for full-time employees. A valid driver’s license is required; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and travel up to 10% may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High-school education or equivalent is required.
• Safety advocate who sets standards and reports violations.
• Proven ability to drive stable, consistent results across projects.
• Clear communicator able to influence partners across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safety-first job site with proper processes, PPE, and crew safety training.
• Keep an orderly, clean, customer-focused job site; leave it better than you found it.
• Lay out and assemble materials, mounts, electrical, and tools for an efficient installation.
• Follow designated processes to complete installs on time with high accuracy and quality.
• Properly weather-seal mounting and connections to prevent water intrusion.
• Lead and train site safety so effective, efficient, safe installs happen 100% of the time.
• Assist the Foreman with duties as assigned, and attend training as required.

Skills

Safety leadership

Results oriented

Communication

Organized / detail-oriented

Driver's license

Education

High-school education or equivalent

Job description

ETW Energy is seeking an experienced Solar Lead Installer with a track record of consistent, predictable results and continual improvement in the safety, efficiency, and quality of solar installations.

As a contributing member of the crew, you’ll work with the Foreman and Installers to complete residential projects and provide safety-first leadership and direction at the job site.

What you’ll do

• Establish and maintain a safety-first job site with proper processes, PPE, and crew safety training
• Keep an orderly, clean, customer-focused job site; leave it better than you found it
• Lay out and assemble materials, mounts, electrical, and tools for an efficient installation
• Follow designated processes to complete installs on time with high accuracy and quality
• Properly weather-seal mounting and connections to prevent water intrusion
• Lead and train site safety so effective, efficient, safe installs happen 100% of the time
• Assist the Foreman with duties as assigned, and attend training as required

What you bring

• High-school education or equivalent
• Previous solar or construction experience preferred, but not required
• A safety advocate who sets standards and reports violations
• Proven ability to drive stable, consistent, predictable results
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple projects to deadline
• A clear communicator who can influence partners across the organization
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (this role requires driving; under 10% travel)
• Able to lift 50 lbs frequently (up to 100 lbs with assistance) and work on rooftops of varying pitch in all weather conditions

Benefits

• Benefits package available for full-time employees
• Paid, hands-on training and ongoing safety and product certification
• A real advancement path — Installer → Lead Installer → Foreman