Careers · Install Operations
Lead Installer
Provide safety-first leadership on the crew and complete residential solar installs with high quality.
Hiring in Irvine, San Jose, Peoria, Joliet, San Antonio, Austin & Houston
About the role
ETW Energy is seeking an experienced Solar Lead Installer with a track record of consistent, predictable results and continual improvement in the safety, efficiency, and quality of solar installations.
As a contributing member of the crew, you’ll work with the Foreman and Installers to complete residential projects and provide safety-first leadership and direction at the job site.
What you’ll do
- Establish and maintain a safety-first job site with proper processes, PPE, and crew safety training
- Keep an orderly, clean, customer-focused job site; leave it better than you found it
- Lay out and assemble materials, mounts, electrical, and tools for an efficient installation
- Follow designated processes to complete installs on time with high accuracy and quality
- Properly weather-seal mounting and connections to prevent water intrusion
- Lead and train site safety so effective, efficient, safe installs happen 100% of the time
- Assist the Foreman with duties as assigned, and attend training as required
What you bring
- High-school education or equivalent
- Previous solar or construction experience preferred, but not required
- A safety advocate who sets standards and reports violations
- Proven ability to drive stable, consistent, predictable results
- Highly self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple projects to deadline
- A clear communicator who can influence partners across the organization
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (this role requires driving; under 10% travel)
- Able to lift 50 lbs frequently (up to 100 lbs with assistance) and work on rooftops of varying pitch in all weather conditions
Benefits
- Benefits package available for full-time employees
- Paid, hands-on training and ongoing safety and product certification
- A real advancement path — Installer → Lead Installer → Foreman
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ETW Energy, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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