Lead Installer

The Lead Installer role at Sunrun is based in REGIONAL South Operations, NJ, and involves serving as a contributing member of residential solar installation crews with added responsibility for guiding and coordinating daily crew activities. The position supports installation of PV systems and battery storage through the company's vertically integrated operations. Sunrun offers the Power+ program, which provides cross-training across installation, inspection, and service work to build versatility.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory at the loading dock to confirm the assigned crew truck is adequately stocked
• Layout and assemble solar modules, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment, and tools in preparation for installation
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures, buildings, or support mechanisms
• Assemble racking, solar modules, panels, or support structures according to project plans
• Maintain a clean and orderly job site, including client property and installation vehicles
• Ensure personal, crew, and job site safety at all times
• Participate in mandatory training on new products, installation methods, and safety
• Lead crews through safe, effective, and efficient installations
• Provide leadership, technical expertise, and support to crew members
• Assist with solar battery installations when assigned
• Serve as acting foreperson in the foreperson's absence when assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous solar installation experience required; equivalent construction or military experience may be considered
• Maintain a clean driving record and pass a driving background check
• 21 years of age with a valid driver’s license
• Ability to transport materials and equipment up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces, requiring frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces, requiring kneeling and crouching
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environments, and humidity
• Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
• Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment
• Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
• Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
• Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, and green
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protections
• 5% travel required

Benefits

• Starting hourly wage of $27.60 to $36.80
• Performance incentives through The League program, including Nike/Carhartt swag, prizes, and trips