Solar Installer

Sunpower; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Accident insurance

HSA savings account

Stock options

Job summary

SunPower, a U.S.-based solar company, is hiring a Solar Panel Installer who will spend most of the day on rooftops installing solar systems in a fast-paced environment. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and world-class customer service while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

The position is full-time with a 40- to 45-hour workweek, offering a $60,000–$80,000 annual compensation plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• Hard-working and willing to learn on rooftops
• Customer service mindset and safety awareness
• Must be able to carry up to 60 pounds and work at heights

Responsibilities

• Follow layout plans and perform the structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment
• Support the crew to assure the successful completion of the solar system installation
• Document completion of quality installation
• Compliance with OSHA standards

Skills

Hard worker

Willing to learn

Customer service

Job description

Solar Installer/Roofer

Job Level: Entry-Level

Shift: Full-time (40-45 hours)

Compensation: $60,000-$80,000/year plus $1000 sign-on bonus

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, & Life and Accident insurance, an HSA Savings Account, and the opportunity to receive stock options.

SunPower: With decades of experience, we are a U.S.-based solar company committed to providing reliable and sustainable energy and storage solutions. Clean energy and storage should be accessible to everyone. SunPower delivers all-in-one residential solar solutions with personal customer service, leading in sustainability through ethically sourced materials and low environmental impact.

SunPower supports the transition to clean energy through streamlined, dependable solar solutions designed to meet diverse needs while minimizing environmental impact. By prioritizing ethically sourced materials and collaborating with nonprofit organizations, we are expanding access to solar technology and contributing to a more sustainable, resilient future.

About Us: In 2025, Blue Raven Solar and Complete Solar came together under the trusted SunPower name. This transition brings together the strengths, expertise, and shared commitment to making clean energy simpler and more accessible for everyone.

Position Summary:

As a Solar Panel Installer, you must be a hard worker ready to help with the installation of solar systems. You will spend 70-90% of your day working on rooftops with various angles and heights in all weather conditions. The most important feature of a good solar installer is being someone willing to learn, and motivated. Someone wanting to make a difference while providing world-class customer service skills. We care about all our employees and constantly seek to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Essential Duties:

• Follow layout plans and perform the structural mounting of racking, modules, and electrical equipment
• Support the crew to assure the successful completion of the solar system installation
• Document completion of quality installation
• Compliance with OSHA standards

Key Competencies:

• Must be able to consistently carry up to 60 pounds
• Must be comfortable working with heights (Ladders, stairs, and roofs)
• Must have a reliable means of transportation
• Prior residential solar installation experience preferred but not required
• Prior roofing/roofer experience or residential construction preferred but not required