Installer

Sunrun, the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the United States, is hiring an Installer in Palmdale, CA. You'll work as part of a solar installation construction team to complete residential PV projects, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and technical skill development.

About the Role

This position supports the Foreperson and Lead Installer on residential solar installation projects. Sunrun operates a vertically integrated model covering the full energy lifecycle—from sales through installation and service—creating opportunities to work across different teams and advance your skills in multiple areas of the business.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personal, crew, and job site safety; participate in training on new products, installation methodology, and safety protocols
• Review and stock crew truck inventory at the loading dock
• Perform layout and assembly of solar modules, racking, mechanical and structural mounts, and electrical equipment according to project specifications
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures and support mechanisms
• Complete project cleanup of client site and installation vehicles

Requirements

• Previous solar, construction, or military experience preferred but not required
• Ability to identify and report safety hazards; commitment to company safety policies and procedures
• Professional and courteous manner with customers and coworkers
• Ability to meet deadlines and performance metrics in a team-based environment
• Capacity to lift and transport materials up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and balance work
• Ability to climb ladders and work safely at heights
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions including excessive noise, extreme heat, cold, wet environments, and humidity
• Fine motor skills for manipulation, grasping, and pinching
• Competency with fall protection harnesses and personal protective equipment
• Ability to work on roof tiles, shingles, and rafters without damage
• Ability to distinguish colors (red, black, yellow, white, green)
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces
• Ability to hear and respond to verbal commands and warnings
• Ability to work safely with chemicals using appropriate protections

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid training and skill development
• PowerU: 100% tuition reimbursement program with over 150 educational opportunities
• Competitive hourly base pay ($22.81–$30.42) paid biweekly
• Performance-based bonus compensation eligibility
• Internal advancement opportunities