Solar R&R Technician – Field Installer & Troubleshooter

American Home Contractors; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Company car

Paid time off

Training & certifications

Lodging for overnight trips

Per diem

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Home Contractors is seeking a hands-on Solar Panel Installer to remove and reinstall PV panels during roof replacements and upgrades. You will work with licensed electricians and roofing crews, supervise subcontractors on site, perform basic maintenance, and ensure system safety and quality.

You must be able to climb on steep roofs, lift up to 50 lb, and travel 25–35% overnight, with a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paid hands-on work in solar, roofing, construction, or electrical (required).
• Comfortable on steep pitched roofs and in attics; fall protection required.

Responsibilities

• Remove and reinstall panels for roof replacements and upgrades.
• Inspect for damage and handle basic maintenance, repairs, and cleaning.
• Secure racking, hardware, and panels to manufacturer spec.
• Shut down PV systems safely before any work starts.
• Work with electricians on tie-ins, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Keep a clean job site that meets OSHA standards.
• Take photos and notes in CompanyCam and report any problems before you leave the job.

Skills

Hand tools

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Overnight travel

Tools

Rail and railless racking

String/micro inverters

Conduit bending

PV shutdown procedures

Job description

American Home Contractors is seeking a hands-on Solar Panel Installer to remove and reinstall PV panels during roof replacements and upgrades. You will work with licensed electricians and roofing crews, supervise subcontractors on site, perform basic maintenance, and ensure system safety and quality.

You must be able to climb on steep roofs, lift up to 50 lb, and travel 25–35% overnight, with a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.