Residential Solar Installer

City of Lincoln; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 PPO Medical Plans

Pet Insurance

Company paid Life Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401k with 4% match

Weekly paychecks

Training

Job summary

Sun Valley Solar, based in Chandler, AZ, is seeking an experienced Solar Installer to join a local team. This role involves installing residential solar systems, reading drawings, and ensuring safety and quality on every job.

Typical duties include mounting, roofing penetrations, wiring, system testing, and documenting work. Overtime may occur, and reliable transportation to our Chandler shop is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in installing residential solar or performing removal and reinstalls.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble all racking systems and solar arrays per specifications.
• Install roof penetrations and seal all holes.
• Install grounding and DC wiring plus solar module connections.
• Remove and reinstall solar systems for roof repairs and replacements.
• Read and interpret drawings, layouts and wiring diagrams and take direction from a Lead.
• Short trench runs (we sub out longer runs).
• Daily job site cleanup and organization of work trailer.
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting.
• Complete photo documentation of all work performed.
• PPE usage, Fall protection, ladder tie off and safe use of all tools and equipment.
• Contribute as a valued member of a small team.

Skills

Read drawings & specs

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma not required

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

DC wiring basics

Job description

• Base Pay $22.00 - $27.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Travel 25%
• Manage Others No

Description

Opportunity for an EXPERIENCED Solar Installer

WORK LOCALLY for a WELL ESTABLISHED and QUALITY FOCUSED Solar Company!

Over the past 20 years in business, we've built a t eam of the best. If you have experience in installing residential solar or performing removal and reinstalls, plus safety and quality are your top priorities then you'll fit in well.

We believe in promoting from within. Our Leads, AC Techs and Construction Managers all started out as installers. Come ready to work hard, and we'll give you a path to advance your career. Plus, we're based in Chandler, with no out of state travel.

WHAT THE JOB IS:

• Assemble all racking systems and solar arrays per specifications
• Install roof penetrations and seal all holes
• Install grounding and DC wiring plus solar module connections
• Remove and reinstall solar systems for roof repairs and replacements
• Read and interpret drawings, layouts and wiring diagrams and take direction from a Lead
• Short Trench runs (we sub out longer runs)
• Daily job site cleanup and organization of work trailer
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting
• Complete photo documentation of all work performed
• PPE usage, Fall protection, ladder tie off and safe use of all tools and equipment
• Contribute as a valued member of a small team

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• 3 PPO Medical Plans to choose from with 1 being low cost for the employee.
• Pet Insurance option
• Company paid basic Life Insurance Policy and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick, Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• 401k with 4% Company Match plus ROTH IRA retirement option
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid company sponsored parties and events
• Paid training
• A company who values safety and quality above all else

Sun Valley Solar fully supports equity in our workplace.

THE DETAILS:

Residential hours may vary depending on the time of year. Typically there is a 5 am start in summer shifting to a 6 am start in winter. Overtime and overnight travel may be required with notice given. You must be comfortable climbing ladders or stairs, working on 1 and 2 story roof tops in hot, cold and inclement weather. You must be able to lift 50 to 70 lbs. regularly, and can push, pull, bend, stand or kneel for extended periods of time.

Owning a basic set of hand and power tools is necessary but the company can loan the tools if needed. You must also have reliable transportation to our shop in Chandler. The crew typically carpools together in a company vehicle to each jobsite. Consistent on time attendance is extremely important to us and the crew you are part of. The starting pay range for this role is $22 to $27 per hour based on related experience. Opportunities for internal advancement are common for those who have excellent attendance and demonstrate initiative and the ability to follow directions and apply what they’ve learned.

A high school diploma or equivalent is not required. Background checks and drug screens (excluding THC) will be performed on all final candidates. Employment eligibility verified through E-Verify.