Solar Installer

Knobelsdorff; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

HSA contributions

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid weekly; competitive wages

PTO and holidays; education assistance

Job summary

Knobelsdorff is seeking a Solar Installation Support role to join our team in the Illinois area. You’ll assist with setup and installation of solar panels, prepare job sites, and help manage materials.

This full-time, on-site position requires travel up to 100%, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to pass safety checks. We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 100%), including overnight stays.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Self-starter and team player.
• Experience using hand and power tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and installation of solar panels and related equipment.
• Prepare job sites by clearing debris and organizing materials.
• Operate tools and lifting equipment used in solar installation.
• Assist with material inventory and job site logistics.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
• Travel frequently to project sites, including overnight stays.

Skills

Travel up to 100%

Driver's license

Drug screen

Background check

Self-starter

Team player

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting‑edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands‑on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family‑owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Assist with the setup and installation of solar panels and related equipment
• Prepare job sites by clearing debris and organizing materials
• Operate tools and lifting equipment used in solar installation
• Assist with material inventory and job site logistics
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures
• Travel frequently to project sites, including overnight stays

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 100%), including overnight stays
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check
• Self‑starter and team player
• Experience using hand and power tools a plus

Additional Information

Pay Range

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $20.00–$30.00 per hour plus per diem, travel incentive opportunities, and overtime eligibility

Prevailing wage may apply depending on project location.

Total Rewards Statement

As a full‑time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer‑paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Performance‑based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for long periods
• Must be capable of working in hot, cold, or wet conditions
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
• Must be physically capable of digging and back‑filling trenches

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651‑923‑4970 or email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.