Installer, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Field​/Service Technician

Overview

The Installer position is a critical member of a solar installation construction team and is responsible for working in partnership with the Foreperson and Lead Installer to complete residential solar installation projects. This role is best suited for someone passionate about solar installation, field safety, and working collaboratively.

• Ensure personal, crew, and job site safety at all times and participate in training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
• Review inventory at the loading dock to ensure the assigned crew truck is stocked adequately.
• Complete layout and assemble solar modules, racking, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment, and tools in preparation for installation as specified in the project plan.
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structure, building, or support mechanisms.
• Perform project clean‑up including client site and installation vehicle to ensure a clean and orderly job site and work environment.

• Previous solar, construction, or military experience preferred but not required.
• Adherence to company safety policies and procedures, including the ability to identify and report safety hazards and to encourage others to work safely.
• Ability to communicate courteously and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Demonstrated ability to meet due dates, metrics, and impact results both individually and as a teammate in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment.

• Transport materials and equipment up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces, requiring frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance.
• Climb ladders.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions including noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environments, and humidity.
• Frequent use of fine motor skills for hand functions such as manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
• Maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height.
• Work in the sun and possibly low‑light conditions.
• Walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage.
• Distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green.
• Work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces, requiring kneeling and crouching.
• Hear verbal commands and warnings.
• Use chemicals with appropriate protections.

• Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid training, and more.
• The opportunity to invest in yourself and your career through PowerU – Sunrun’s 100% tuition reimbursement program with over 150 educational opportunities.
• Competitive hourly base pay paid biweekly and eligibility for performance‑based bonus compensation.
• Internal advancement opportunities earned through performance.

Sunrun is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth.