Lead Installer

NextGenEnergyJobs

Providence (RI)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Lead Installer to guide a solar installation crew on site. You will review loading dock inventory, assemble modules and mounts, seal roofing structures and ensure a clean, safe work site.

You’ll lead the crew, provide technical support and participate in training sessions to keep installation methods up to date. Previous solar installation or related construction experience is required.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous solar installation experience required; or equivalent construction/military experience.
  • Adheres to safety policies and reports hazards; encourages safe work.
  • Ability to build rapport with customers and coworkers; communicates tactfully.
  • Meets deadlines and key metrics; works in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Willing to cross-train and support other departments as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Review inventory at loading dock to ensure the crew truck is stocked.
  • Layout and assemble solar modules, mounts, electrical equipment and tools.
  • Apply weather sealing to roofing structures.
  • Assemble racking and solar modules as per project plan.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly job site and perform project cleanup.
  • Ensure safety for self, crew and site at all times.
  • Participate in mandatory training on products, installation methods and safety.
  • Lead crew through safe, effective installations and provide technical support.
  • Assist with solar battery installations when assigned.
  • May serve as acting Foreperson in absence of Forepersons.

Skills

Leadership
Safety awareness
Team player
Problem solving
Communication
Deadline oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Lead Installer position is a contributing member of a solar installation construction crew.

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.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous solar installation experience required. Applicants with equivalent construction or military experience may be considered
  • 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
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