Position Summary
The Solar Operations Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the Senior Vice President of Operations while assisting with the day-to-day execution of residential and commercial solar projects. This role is responsible for coordinating permitting, utility interconnection, documentation, reporting, and cross-functional operational tasks to ensure projects move efficiently through the installation and PTO process.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift daily.
Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperational Support
- Provide direct administrative and operational support to the SVP of Operations.
- Assist in managing daily operational priorities and special projects.
- Track project milestones and follow up with internal departments to ensure deadlines are met.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and operational metrics for leadership meetings.
- Coordinate meetings, agendas, action items, and follow-up tasks.
- Maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and process improvements.
Permitting
- Prepare and submit permit applications to AHJs.
- Monitor permit statuses and proactively follow up with municipalities.
- Coordinate permit revisions and corrections as required.
- Maintain permitting documentation and ensure project files remain accurate and complete.
- Communicate permit updates to Project Managers, Scheduling, and other stakeholders.
Utility Interconnection
- Prepare and submit utility interconnection applications.
- Track applications from submission through Permission to Operate (PTO).
- Coordinate with utility companies to resolve deficiencies or requests for additional information.
- Maintain accurate records within company software systems.
- Assist customers and internal teams with interconnection-related questions.
Project Coordination
- Support Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with:
- Design & Engineering
- Customer Support
- Scheduling
- Inspections
- Assist with documentation needed for funding and project closeout.
- Ensure required documents are uploaded and organized within the project management system.
Reporting & Administration
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
- Monitor project pipeline health and identify bottlenecks.
- Assist with KPI tracking and operational scorecards.
- Maintain accurate records in CRM and project management software.
- Support data cleanup and quality control initiatives.
Additional Responsibilities
- Assist with utility incentive and rebate documentation.
- Support fleet, inventory, or vendor coordination as assigned.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives.
- Complete additional operational tasks assigned by the SVP of Operations.
- Maintain confidentiality of company and customer information.
QualificationsRequired
- 2+ years of administrative, operations, project coordination, or solar industry experience.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
Preferred
- Solar industry experience.
- Knowledge of permitting and utility interconnection processes.
- Experience with CRM or project management software (NetSuite, Salesforce, Monday.com, etc.).
- Familiarity with utility requirements and AHJ permitting.
- Experience working with Enphase, SolarEdge, Tesla, or similar solar platforms.
Key Competencies
- Organization
- Time Management
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Initiative
- Adaptability
Performance Metrics
Success in this role may be measured by:
- Permit turnaround times
- Interconnection submission accuracy
- PTO completion timelines
- Operational report accuracy
- Project documentation completeness
- Internal response times
- Process improvement contributions
- Overall support provided to operational leadership
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
