Remote Solar Panel Installer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel per diems

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated remote Solar Panel Installers to join a growing renewable energy team. The role involves extensive travel to residential and commercial sites for installation and site assessments, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

You will install solar arrays, conduct on-site design considerations, and ensure compliance with codes. This full-time remote position offers competitive pay and travel per diems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of solar installation or related field experience.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools used in construction and electrical installations.
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and safety practices, especially DC power.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Strong self-management and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Install solar panel arrays, mounting hardware, and electrical components safely and efficiently.
• Conduct on-site assessments for optimal panel placement and system design.
• Ensure installations comply with building codes, electrical regulations, and company standards.
• Test and commission newly installed solar systems and verify performance.
• Communicate project status and challenges to the remote project management team.
• Maintain a clean and organized worksite following safety procedures.

Skills

Self-management

Physical fitness

Reliability

Travel readiness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking highly motivated and experienced Remote Solar Panel Installers to join their forward-thinking team. While this role is fully remote, it requires candidates who are comfortable with significant travel to project sites across various regions for installations and site assessments. You will be responsible for the physical installation of solar panel systems on residential and commercial rooftops, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to safety protocols, and system efficiency. This is a unique opportunity for skilled tradespeople to leverage their expertise in a growing sustainable energy sector, contributing to the transition towards renewable energy solutions. You will work independently and as part of project teams on-site, reporting and coordinating remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform safe and efficient installation of solar panel arrays, mounting hardware, and associated electrical components.
• Conduct on-site assessments to determine optimal panel placement and system design considerations.
• Ensure all installations comply with national and local building codes, electrical regulations, and company standards.
• Test and commission newly installed solar systems, verifying performance and functionality.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and completion details to the remote project management team.
• Maintain a clean and organized worksite, adhering to all safety procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar panel installation or related fields such as roofing or electrical work.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools commonly used in construction and electrical installations.
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and safety practices, especially concerning DC power.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to lift heavy objects.
• Strong self-management skills, reliability, and the ability to travel extensively for work.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reflecting experience and remote work flexibility.
• Travel per diems and accommodation coverage for on-site work.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Opportunities for advancement within a leading renewable energy company.