Solar Foreperson - Lead Install Crew & Growth

Sunrun Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Plan + Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacations/Holidays

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Employee Discounts

PowerU - 100% Funded Education

Employee Donation Matching

Volunteer Hour Rewards

Job summary

Sunrun Inc. is seeking an experienced Foreperson to lead a solar installation crew of 3–6 members in the Chicago, IL area.

The role focuses on organizing, training, and directing crew members to deliver reliable solar and battery power across Des Plaines, Bolingbrook, East Peoria, and the greater Chicago region. Qualified candidates will have at least two years of construction experience with one year in solar installation, prior electrical work, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of construction experience, including one year in solar installation.
• Knowledge of NEC and applicable codes and standards.
• Experience with electrical work wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• State electrical certification/license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, leads, and trains crew members.
• Effectively manages all aspects of the construction workflow.
• Maintains project documentation.
• Develops a positive working dynamic within your team and with branch coworkers.
• Analyzes and resolves worker problems and recommends solutions.
• Maintains consistent customer relations throughout installation.
• Provides feedback to management.
• Performs service calls when necessary.
• May serve as acting supervisor/manager in the absence of supervisor or manager.

Skills

Construction experience

Solar installation

Electrical work 600V/480V

Valid driver's license

OSHA standards

CPR/First aid

Team leadership

Color vision

5% travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Sunrun Inc. is seeking an experienced Foreperson to lead a solar installation crew of 3–6 members in the Chicago, IL area.

The role focuses on organizing, training, and directing crew members to deliver reliable solar and battery power across Des Plaines, Bolingbrook, East Peoria, and the greater Chicago region. Qualified candidates will have at least two years of construction experience with one year in solar installation, prior electrical work, and a valid driver’s license.