Solar Installer

Earthlight Technologies; Ellington (CT); In loco; USD 25.000 - 44.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Matching

Life Insurance

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Voluntary benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Earthlight Technologies in Ellington, CT is seeking a Solar Installer to safely install solar PV systems on rooftops and ground mounts. You will work with a 24-person crew, read blueprints, and ensure code-compliant, quality installations that perform in all weather.

This role requires roofing, framing, carpentry, and mechanical skills, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to safety. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team culture.

Competenze

• Solar installation experience and/or roofing & framing skills.
• Experience with safe use of ladders.
• Mechanically inclined with carpentry knowledge.
• Understanding of building and safety code requirements.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Mansioni

• Install solar PV systems on residential rooftops and ground-mounts, ensuring quality and code compliance.
• Collaborate with a large crew to complete installations safely and on schedule.
• Install systems from 5 kW to 25 kW, including layout, racking, wiring, and commissioning.
• Work on varied roof types ensuring proper flashing and sealing.
• Read blueprints and electrical schematics to plan installations.
• Maintain safety, organize the job site, and communicate with team and managers.

Conoscenze

Solar install

Roofing & framing

Ladder safety

Carpentry basics

Building codes

Driver license

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Role: Solar Installer

The Solar Installer is responsible for safely and efficiently installing solar PV systems on rooftops and ground-mounted locations. This role combines roofing, framing, carpentry, and mechanical skills to ensure solar systems are installed correctly, securely, and protected from the elements. The mission of this position is to deliver high-quality installations while following building and safety codes and providing a professional, positive experience for customers.

Role: Solar Installer

The Solar Installer is responsible for safely and efficiently installing solar PV systems on rooftops and ground-mounted locations. This role combines roofing, framing, carpentry, and mechanical skills to ensure solar systems are installed correctly, securely, and protected from the elements. The mission of this position is to deliver high-quality installations while following building and safety codes and providing a professional, positive experience for customers.

Job Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

• Install solar PV systems on residential rooftops as well as groundmount systems, ensuring quality, code compliance, and system performance.
• Work as part of a 24 person crew, collaborating effectively to complete installations safely and on schedule.
• Install systems ranging from 5 kW to 25 kW, including layout, racking installation, panel placement, wiring, and system commissioning.
• Work on a variety of roof types, including asphalt shingle, standing seam and corrugated metal, rubber membrane (EPDM/TPO), and other specialty roofs, using appropriate flashing and sealing methods for each.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and electrical schematics to plan and execute efficient, accurate installations.
• Ensure all roof penetrations and attachments are properly flashed and sealed to prevent leaks and maintain roof integrity.
• Follow safety protocols rigorously, including fall protection, electrical safety, and heat stress prevention, maintaining a clean and organized job site at all times.
• Communicate effectively with team members, and project managers.

Qualifications:

• Solar installation experience and/or roofing & framing skills
• Experience with safe use of ladders
• Mechanically inclined
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in carpentry
• Understanding of applicable building and safety code requirements
• Valid driver license with a clean driving record

Salary: Range from $18.00 - $32.00 per hour

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Schedule: Day shift

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Matching, Life Insurance, PTO, 8 Paid Holidays, and additional voluntary benefits (Accident Insurance, Hospital Critical Care Insurance, Additional Life Insurance).

Company Overview: Earthlight Technologies is a family owned and operated business based in Ellington, CT. We specialize in solutions for residential solar, commercial solar, EV charging Stations, and commercial energy efficiency. Our goal is to make the process easy and seamless. We are an Afffirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and given equal opportunities for employment and advancement.

Core Values: At Earthlight we have a set of Core Values that we hold each other to and would expect any new hire to strive for.

• We Value Each Other
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Demand Quality
• We Work Safely
• We are Responsible Stewards