Solar Installer

Ion Solar; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

401K

Paid time off and paid holidays

Paid birthday off

Job summary

ION Solar, a rapidly growing residential solar company, is seeking an Installer to assemble, install, and maintain PV systems. The role involves rooftop panel installation, system configuration, and coordinating with crew members to meet project specs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and hands-on experience with solar, roofing, or construction. You’ll work outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and collaborate with electricians to connect panels to the electrical system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or technical school training preferred.
• Experience in solar, roofing, or construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and installs solar panels on roofs.
• Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs; connects panels to the power grid.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on crew safety.
• Complete projects within established policies and procedures.
• Ensures that equipment is weather sealed.
• Performs routine maintenance on PV systems.
• Responsible for assisting the Electrician with connecting PV panels to the electrical system.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

PV installation

Electrical wiring

Reading plans

Tool use (hand & power)

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical training

Experience in solar/construction

Tools

Field Pro

Salesforce

Paycom

Job description

ION Solar is a rapidly expanding, full-service residential solar company with a strong nationwide presence. Our dedicated team is committed to making solar energy accessible and affordable for homeowners across the country.

We are currently in search of a skilled Installer who will be responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining solar PV systems..

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assembles and installs solar panels on roofs
• Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs and expectations; connects panels to the power grid
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on crew safety
• Complete projects within established policies and procedures
• Ensures that equipment is weather sealed
• Performs routine maintenance on PV systems
• Responsible for assisting the Electrician with connecting PV panels to the electrical system
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of PV equipment and installation.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical wiring and equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read building plans.
• Ability to read equipment manuals.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to install PV panels.
• Ability to use ION technology, such as smartphones, Paycom, Field Pro, SalesForce, etc.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or technical school training preferred.
• Experience in solar, roofing, or construction preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at great heights.
• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing ladders.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds at a time.

Work Environment

• PV installation is done outdoors. Installers work on rooftops but also sometimes work in attics and crawl spaces to connect panels to the electrical grid.
• PV installers work as part of a team. Installation of solar panels require the help of technicians and electricians.

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid birthday off

ION Solar is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.