Crew Lead

Overview

Join an established and innovative company in the fast-growing solar industry and enjoy strong pay rate + install bonuses + benefits + advancement opportunities. Freedom Forever is seeking a Crew Lead to build a career with us.

Position type:
Full-time. Job based in Illinois (not remote).

As a Crew Lead you are responsible for coordinating residential installations of each system efficiently, in a timely and quality manner. Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills are required while working on the roof.

Pay Range: $29 to $35/hr plus install bonuses, benefits, and advancement opportunities.

We offer an extensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Insurance
• $50K Life Insurance
• 401K
• Medical Reimbursement Accounts (HSA & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time-Off
• Branch Performance bonuses

• Supervise the entire installation project and safety on the job
• Complete installations on various roof types as well as ground mounts
• Supervise quality and efficiency of work on site
• Communicate with Roof Lead and Branch Manager on changes needed
• Mount racking, modules, and electrical equipment
• Fill out job documents and collect data/photos for each job
• Foster teamwork to improve productivity and project completion
• Drive Company vehicle to and from jobs safely; manage tools and material inventory
• Supervise and troubleshoot projects; ensure site cleanup
• May travel for extended periods; maintain valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience

• Minimum 1+ year experience in solar installations, including at least 6 months leading a crew

• Electrical and roof racking experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Motivated, productive, detail- and safety-focused

• Ability to work safely at heights, climb ladders, and work on rooftops

• Ability to lift, push, and pull materials and equipment; lift up to 50 pounds frequently

• Strong written and verbal communication; customer service skills

• Regular, reliable attendance; able to work in a collaborative team environment

• Ability to work in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, rain, crawl spaces, etc.)

• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record

Special Skills & Training

• Proficient with power and hand tools and training others in their safe use

• Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles; stand and walk for long periods
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend; reach and twist
• Lift 50+ pounds; handle, control, or feel objects
• See details at close and far distances; differentiate colors
• Use hands for fine motor tasks; perform quick, precise adjustments
• Move multiple limbs together; maintain balance on uneven surfaces
• Maintain endurance and safety throughout long shifts

Travel may be required for business purposes; if so, a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a personal vehicle to different sites are needed.

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. Applicants must undergo criminal history check, MVR check, and a 9-panel drug screen.

Job located in Illinois; not seeking remote applicants.