The Role
The Lead Solar Installer/Foreman is an integral member of Exact Solar's Installation team. The ideal candidate will lead an installer team and work cooperatively with team members to successfully complete the installation of residential and small commercial PV solar systems safely and on time. Safe work practices and excellent communication skills are essential. OSHA and installer training will be provided.
Become part of Exact Solar family. Our professional, team-based culture provides a supportive, staff-oriented environment that inspires award-winning service and the best customer experience from first contact through the life of the solar energy system.
Exact Solar - Top 500 Solar Installer in North America 2014 - 2020; Earned Angies List Super Service Award 7 out of 8 yrs (2013-2020); Inc. 5000 company 2017 -2020; Best of Bucks 2019 & 2020!; Join our growing team to help our neighbors eliminate their utility bills, save money, and hasten the transition to a cleaner future.
Responsibilities:
· Lead a crew - Create an environment where quality work is expected, growth is nurtured, and safety is paramount
· Provide consistently high quality customer care - Excellent communications from arrival to job completion with all questions answered patiently and honestly
· Communicate job status data to operations management, and ensure timely and accurate completion of installation of all solar arrays/systems.
· Layout, assembly and installation of solar array and mounting hardware
· Assist with the electrical wiring of all energy products
· Lead a crew - Create an environment where quality work is expected, growth is nurtured, and safety is paramount
· Provide consistently high quality customer care - Excellent communications from arrival to job completion with all questions answered patiently and honestly
· Communicate job status data to operations management, and ensure timely and accurate completion of installation of all solar arrays/systems.
· Layout, assembly and installation of solar array and mounting hardware
· Assist with the electrical wiring of all energy products
· Prepare and clean-up job site
· Pull materials for each installation job
· Provide an exceptional customer experience to all customers throughout the process
· Represent Exact Solar as a field contact for the customer, interact with the customer with integrity, always displaying a professional appearance and attitude.
· Additional duties required as needed
Skillsets include:
· Roof work, general construction, or carpentry experience required
· Ability to safely handle tools and materials such as: ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards, batteries, and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
· Ability to work in extreme environments (example: hot sun, cold, crawl spaces, etc.)
· Capable of working at heights including on rooftops, climbing ladders and stairs; and performing repetitious duties, including lifting, bending and standing for long periods of time
· OSHA certification desirable - Conscientious about safety, knowledge of OSHA standards, and use of safety equipment as required by management
· Experience using basic hand and power tools
· Must be able to lift 50 pounds
· Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering the highest quality end-product possible is required
· Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Must have excellent customer service skills
· Reliability and an excellent, positive attitude are essential
· Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
· Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements and have valid drivers license
Benefits for Full-Time Positions:
- Competitive compensation, plus annual bonuses based on company and personal performance.
- Paid training
- Employee referral program
- 401k retirement plan (3% company matching)
- Flexible/generous PTO policy
- Other group benefits including short and long-term disability, life insurance and dental insurance.
- Group health insurance available (premiums deducted from pay pre-tax)
- ELIGIBLE FOR SIGNING BONUS!
**** NOTE that we are following all COVID-related safety precautions during this unprecedented time to keep both our employees and our customers safe and healthy.
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. **Exact Solar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. **Your Right to Work** – In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. *
Compensation: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Exact Solar
In business since 2005, Exact Solar is a leading installer of residential and small commercial solar energy systems in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern/Central New Jersey and the only company with extensive experience in solar PV (photovoltaic), battery backup systems, solar water heating and solar pool heating systems. As a local, family-oriented business based in Newtown, PA, we take pride in our high quality solar panel installations and our excellent, award-winning customer service. We are growing and there are some exciting career opportunities within our company at the moment.
Take a look at our excellent customer reviews on Google and solarreviews.com. We are proud to have earned a Angie's List Super Service award 8 out of 9 years (2013 - 2021) and to have earned a spot on SolarPowerWorld's Top Solar Contractors of North America list for 2014 through 2021. We also made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in the US four years running, in 2017 - 2020! And we won Best of Philly as well as Best of Bucks 2019, 2020, & 2021 for Solar/Energy companies!
Please take a moment to see some of our customer reviews:
And our awards:
- 8 Years Running Top Solar Contractors
- Best of Philly 2021
- Best of Bucks 2021
- Inc. 5000
- Angie’s List Super Service Award
We believe that effective communication is the key to our success and that an educated consumer is our best customer. Solar is all we do…it’s not an afterthought or a sideshow for us. Our focus, 24/7, is on installing high-quality, solar energy systems that will generate free, clean energy for years to come.
Become a part of the fun, energetic, conscientious Exact Solar family. This is a place to join a great team, learn an exciting new set of skills, and advance your career path. There are several growth and leadership opportunities within our company as we continue to grow and expand.
Become a part of the fun, energetic, conscientious Exact Solar family. This is a place to join a great team, learn an exciting new set of skills, and advance your career path. There are several growth and leadership opportunities within our company as we continue to grow and expand.
Company Website: www.exactsolar.com
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