Lead Solar Installer

Sunrun; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotation schedule

Travel time pay

Lodging & meals

Job summary

Sunrun is launching a new St. Louis branch and seeks a Lead Solar Installer to join the team now. You will gain hands-on leadership experience with the Chicago team before running installations out of the St.

Louis branch when doors open in early 2027. The Power+ program provides cross-training across solar, battery, and service operations for long-term career growth. As America’s #1 home solar and battery company, Sunrun values safety, reliability, and growth, with opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solar installation experience required.
• Clean driving record with valid license.
• Willingness to participate in Power+ cross-training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory at loading dock to stock crew truck.
• Layout and assemble solar modules and mounts for installation.
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures and supports.
• Assemble racking, modules, panels and supports per project plan.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Lead crew through safe and efficient installations.
• Provide technical guidance and support to crew members.
• Assist with solar battery installations when assigned.
• May serve as acting Foreperson in absence of Forepersons.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Communication

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 & The Role

Help launch Sunrun’s brand-new St. Louis branch! As America’s #1 home solar and battery company, we are seeking an experienced Lead Solar Installer to join our team starting now! As a key member of our launch team, you will spend your first few months gaining hands‑on leadership experience alongside our established Chicago team before permanently running installation crews out of our new St. Louis branch when doors open in early 2027. Through our Power+ program, we invest heavily in your skills and career development, offering cross‑training across solar, battery, and service operations to build long‑term job security.

Travel & Perks Package

• Rotation Schedule: 2 weeks on‑site in Chicago, followed by 4 full days off at home in St. Louis.
• Paid Travel Time: Full hourly compensation for time spent traveling between St. Louis and Chicago.
• Lodging & Meal Allowance: 100% company‑paid hotel accommodations plus daily per diem.

Key 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 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 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 protections
• 5% travel required

Starting Salary/wage For This Opportunity

$26.40 to $35.21

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun