Job Description: Residential Solar Lead Installer/Electrician
Position: Solar Lead Installer/Electrician
Job Summary:
As a Solar Install Foreman, you will play a critical role in leading and overseeing solar installation projects. You will be responsible for ensuring job site and personal safety, managing installation responsibilities, and overseeing the installation team. This position requires technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety.
Responsibilities:
1. Job Site and Personal Safety:
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines at all times.
- Conduct regular safety meetings and provide safety training to the installation team.
- Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards on job sites.
- Enforce the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by all team members.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment to minimize hazards.
2. Install Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise the installation team throughout the entire project.
- Coordinate and schedule installation activities to meet project deadlines.
- Review project plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate installation.
- Perform quality control inspections to ensure installations meet industry standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that may arise during installations.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering and procurement, to ensure seamless project execution.
3. Management Responsibilities:
- Train, mentor, and coach installation team members to enhance their skills and performance.
- Allocate resources effectively to optimize productivity and meet project goals.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to project managers and stakeholders.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.
- Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and materials necessary for installations.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in solar installation, with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
- Battery experience for electricians (Solar Edge, Tesla, Enphase, LG) along with load relocation
- Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical components, and installation practices.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
- In-depth understanding of job site safety protocols and regulations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.
- Effective communication skills to interact with team members, project managers, and clients.
- Proficiency in interpreting project plans, drawings, and specifications.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to different job sites as required.
- Relevant certifications such as NABCEP or OSHA are highly desirable.
Some travel may be required.
Note: This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and requirements of the Solar Lead Installer/Electrician role. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
