Commercial Junior Lead Installer
Company
The All Energy Solar team is smart, dedicated to our customers, open minded, and fun. We are composed of the renewable energy industry’s best talent. Our projects vary from small residential systems to large scale commercial projects. If you are ready to join a rapidly growing company with opportunities for upward mobility, we encourage you to apply with All Energy Solar.
Description
The Commercial Junior Lead Installer supports the Commercial Lead Installer and may independently oversee a small crew under the guidance of a Field Supervisor or the Director Commercial Operations. This hands-on role includes installing solar systems, ensuring site safety, reading technical plans, and assisting with on-site coordination. Designed as a growth-oriented position, it provides opportunities to develop the skills and experience needed to advance into a full Lead Installer role.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Installation & Technical Work
- Perform commercial solar system installations, including module mounting, racking assembly, wiring, and equipment setup.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and installation diagrams accurately.
- Safely operate power tools, ladders, and other equipment in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
Safety & Compliance
- Participate in job hazard analyses and daily safety talks.
- Follow and enforce Site Safety Plans.
- Promote and enforce OSHA standards, fall protection, PPE use, and other safe work practices.
- Identify and escalate safety risks or concerns on-site.
Leadership Development & Communication
- Assist the Commercial Lead Installer in coordinating daily tasks, monitoring crew progress, and ensuring quality standards.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced installers.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, and stakeholders regarding project status and challenges.
Other Duties
- Other duties and tasks as assigned by management.
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Exemplify All Energy Solar core values (Safety First, Dependability, Do the Right Thing, and Want to Win).
Skills/Qualifications
Experience
- 1+ years of PV solar installation experience (required).
- 2+ years of commercial construction experience (preferred).
- Experience installing ground-mounted (preferred) and rooftop (required) solar (ballasted, attached, metal roofs, etc.).
- Experience running job hazard analyses (Site Safety Plans) and/or daily safety talks.
- Experience working with hand tools and power tools (required; employees may be required to provide a basic toolkit).
Technical Proficiency
- Understanding of AC/DC systems and junction boxes
- Understanding of inverters (string, string optimizers, micro inverters depending on project type)
- Understanding of racking systems (Unirac, SnapNRack, etc.)
- Ability to read blueprints and/or installation diagrams.
Core Skills
- Must complete, acquire, and maintain Registered Unlicensed Electrician registration (required).
- Comfortable climbing ladders and working on rooftops.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards
- Fall protection, lockout/tagout, PPE enforcement
- Basic leadership abilities and willingness to grow into a lead role.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must successfully complete and clear an MVR (motor vehicle report) background screen.
- Complete, obtain, and maintain DOT (Department of Transportation) Medical Certification (preferred).
Physical Requirements
- Comfortable working extended hours in extreme environments/climate (cold, heat, wind, etc) (frequent).
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and lifting (frequent).
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50-75 lbs. at a time (frequent).
- Must be able to transport and drive for short and long distances for work related events/job sites and be able to travel with crew for occasional overnight, or multiple night, trips within our service area (MN, WI, IA, SD, ND, NE).
Compensation & Benefits
- This is a full-time non-exempt hourly (overtime eligible) position with an hourly rate of $24.00 - $28.00 (depending on experience and qualifications)
- PTO accrual per hour will be .03847, up to 80 hours annually (120 hours annually after year 1).
- 6 paid holidays + 1 personal day.
- Dental + vision insurance (free for individual).
- Health insurance (free individual option).
- 401K with company match (eligible after 90 days, age 21+).
- Discretionary Profit Sharing Bonus based on company performance.
- Free employee assistance plan.
- Additional training and electrical apprenticeship opportunities eligible.
- Much more!
Please include a resume with your application. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All Energy Solar is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location that we facilitate. All Energy Solar is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military and Veterans.
