Solar Installer

Earthlight Technologies; Ellington (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K Matching

Life Insurance

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Voluntary benefits (Accident Insurance

Hospital Critical Care Insurance

Additional Life Insurance

Job summary

Earthlight Technologies is seeking a Solar Installer to join our Ellington, CT team. You will install solar PV systems on residential roofs and ground mounts, working in small crews to deliver high-quality, code-compliant installations.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, wiring, and commissioning, with emphasis on safety, proper flashing, and professional customer experience. High school diploma or equivalent required; valid driver's license essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• Install solar PV systems on residential rooftops and ground mounts.
• Work in 2–4 person crews to install safely and on schedule.
• Handle system layout, racking, panel placement, wiring, and commissioning.
• Adapt to various roof types and ensure proper flashing and sealing.
• Read blueprints, site plans, and electrical schematics for efficient installs.
• Maintain safety, fall protection, electrical safety, and a clean site.
• Communicate effectively with team members and project managers.

Skills

Solar installation experience

Roofing & framing

Carpentry knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Solar Installer

Earthlight Technologies LLC, Ellington, Connecticut, United States

About this position

Role: Solar InstallerThe 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.

• Install solar PV systems on residential rooftops as well as ground-mount systems, ensuring quality, code compliance, and system performance.
• Work as part of a 2–4 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.

• 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 Aff ...

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

Salary Information

$18 - $32Hourly Wage