Lead Solar Installer/Foreman

Exact Solar is seeking a Lead Solar Installer/Foreman in Newtown, PA. The role involves leading an installation team for residential and small commercial PV solar systems, ensuring safety and quality. Key responsibilities include customer communication, site preparation, and installation tasks. Candidates should have construction experience, safety awareness, and excellent communication skills. The company values teamwork and offers a supportive environment to enhance customer experience.
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



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 (4% 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)


**** 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. *