Solar Site Surveyor

SunPower; Warren (Warren County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU Awards

Bonus program

Health, dental, vision, and life &

HSA savings account

PTO/DTO for full-time employees

10 paid holidays

Job summary

SunPower is seeking a Site Surveyor to support the design and installation of residential solar systems. This field-based, customer-facing role requires visiting homes, taking accurate measurements, and collecting photos and site information used by design and installation teams.

As an entry-level position, no prior solar surveying experience is required. SunPower provides training on the surveying process and equipment, with travel within a designated territory and occasional assignments in

Qualifications

• No prior solar surveying experience required; training is provided
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently in the field
• Strong self-scheduling, route-planning, and time-management skills
• Ability to interact professionally with homeowners from diverse backgrounds
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
• Smartphone with a working camera
• Comfortable using a multi-position ladder and working in attics, including hot temperatures and confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and using hand tools
• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel to other markets for one to two weeks at a time

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential site assessments using a smartphone and company-provided surveying equipment
• Capture clear and accurate measurements, photos, and site information required by design and installation teams
• Complete each site survey accurately and upload all required information by established deadlines
• Deliver a positive customer experience by clearly explaining the purpose of the site survey and answering basic homeowner questions
• Activate solar systems following installation and collect customer feedback
• Plan and manage daily routes to complete multiple appointments across an assigned territory
• Arrive on time to scheduled appointments and communicate proactively if delays occur
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area inside and outside the customer's home
• Follow all company appearance, conduct, and safety standards
• Assist with permitting and inspections as needed
• Safely use multi-position ladders, hand tools, and other company-provided equipment
• Follow all company safety protocols and OSHA standards while working in residential environments
• Occasional travel to other markets for one to two weeks at a time

Job description

About SunPower

SunPower’s mission is to provide industry-leading, innovative, end-to-end solar energy solutions with exceptional customer service. With over 30 years of experience in the U.S. residential solar industry, we deliver an all-in-one solar solution that supports the transition to clean energy.

SunPower continues to grow through strategic acquisitions of leading solar companies. These have included SunPower, Blue Raven Solar, Complete Solar, and Sunder Energy. These transitions bring together the strengths, expertise, and shared commitment to making clean energy simpler and more accessible for everyone.

Benefits

• Employee RSU Awards program
• Quarterly & Annual bonus program (based on performance)
• Competitive coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life & Accident insurance
• HSA savings account
• PTO/DTO for full-time employees
• 10 paid holidays

Position Summary

The Site Surveyor is a customer-facing, field-based role responsible for conducting residential site surveys to support the design and installation of solar energy systems. This position plays a critical role in keeping projects moving by collecting accurate measurements, photos, and site information that our design and installation teams depend on.

Site Surveyors spend most of their day traveling within an assigned territory and working on-site at customers' homes, independently managing their schedules to complete multiple time-sensitive appointments each day.

This is an entry-level opportunity, and prior solar surveying experience is not required. SunPower provides training on the surveying process and required equipment. Successful candidates bring strong attention to detail, reliability, time-management skills, and comfort working with ladders and in attic environments.

Occasional travel to other markets for one to two weeks at a time may be required to support business needs.

Essential Duties

• Conduct residential solar site assessments using a smartphone and company-provided surveying equipment
• Capture clear and accurate measurements, photos, and site information required by design and installation teams
• Complete each site survey accurately and upload all required information by established deadlines
• Deliver a positive customer experience by clearly explaining the purpose of the site survey and answering basic homeowner questions
• Activate solar systems following installation and collect customer feedback
• Plan and manage daily routes to complete multiple appointments across an assigned territory
• Arrive on time to scheduled appointments and communicate proactively if delays occur
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area inside and outside the customer's home
• Follow all company appearance, conduct, and safety standards
• Assist with permitting and inspections as needed
• Safely use multi-position ladders, hand tools, and other company-provided equipment
• Follow all company safety protocols and OSHA standards while working in residential environments

Minimum Qualifications

• No prior solar surveying experience required; training is provided
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently in the field
• Strong self-scheduling, route-planning, and time-management skills
• Ability to interact professionally with homeowners from diverse backgrounds
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
• Smartphone with a working camera
• Comfortable using a multi-position ladder and working in attics, including hot temperatures and confined spaces
• Ability to safely operate all provided equipment in accordance with manufacturer weight and safety ratings
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and using hand tools
• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel to other markets for one to two weeks at a time

Travel

Occasional out-of-market travel may be required based on business and coverage needs. Trips typically last one to two weeks at a time.

While traveling:

• All required travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company
• Employees receive a $35/day travel bonus
• Employees receive a $50/day per diem
• A six-day workweek is required during out-of-market assignments
• Employees are guaranteed 40 hours of pay per week, regardless of hours worked during the travel assignment

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and motor vehicle record check.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position requires frequent field travel and may require periods of standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and working in confined or elevated spaces. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

SunPower is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.