Traveling Solar Installer Field Trainer

Freedom Solar Power • Full-time • San Antonio, Texas • 2w ago

Freedom Solar Power is one of the largest and fastest-growing solar installation companies in the United States. Founded in Austin in 2007, our residential business serves Texas and Florida. Our commercial business has a nationwide reach. At Freedom Solar Power, our strong reputation in the industry is based on our dedication to quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. The mission is to enable our customers to live more powerfully by harnessing clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values:

Pride in Quality Craftsmanship

Go Above and Beyond

Put People First

Have a Humble Heart

Give a Damn

Shoot Straight

Freedom Solar Power is looking for an organized and detailed-oriented Traveling Solar Installer Field Trainer to join our team. The Field Trainer is responsible for training our field install teams and overseeing the quality of our field teams’ workmanship. This role must have an excellent understanding of how to efficiently complete high-quality solar installations. An expert-level understanding of electrical tie-ins, code, and one-line diagrams is required. The Field Trainer reports directly to the Quality Control & Training Manager.

The Field Trainer includes designing and developing training programs based on the organization's needs. The successful candidate will need to communicate to the field team about what is expected and to help the team develop the competency and skills required to perform efficiently in the workplace. You will also need to be able to assess and coach employees, help advance their skills, and be enthusiastic about learning.

Job Duties:

- Collaborate with Regional Operations Managers to align training schedules with Freedom’s hiring and training needs.
- Identify and create educational resources “ such as training manuals, visual aids, multimedia tools, computer tutorials, and reference materials”.
- Deliver comprehensive training including both in-person and remote.
- Administer assessments to gauge trainee progress and assess training effectiveness.
- Conduct on-the-job training progress to senior management during training periods.
- Generate performance reports on trainees, accompanied by recommendations for enhancing process efficiency in field operations.
- Undertake additional assigned responsibilities as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Demonstrated experience in devising and refining solar technician-related curricula, as well as maintaining training resources aligned with industry best practices.
- Analyzing and improving the team
- Enjoy lifelong learning
- Coach with patience
- Prior expertise in delivering theoretical training on electrical safety and qualified electrical work.
- Enhancement of crew efficiency and quality scores throughout the installation processes.
- Strong customer service and communications skills.

Education and Experience Required:

- Minimum of 2 years in a Crew Lead/Foreman role within the Solar Industry.
- Active Apprentice Electrician License.
- NABCEP certification is a plus
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Adaptability to the evolving requirements of a dynamic and expanding company.
- Proficiency in designing and implementing new training initiatives tailored to company and industry demands.
- Developing critical analysis skills, with the ability to measure, assess, and enhance processes and training programs.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and execution capabilities, coupled with an adept understanding of project and program management.
- Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically to various job sites, often on short notice
- Provide regular updates on trainees.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

- Capability to assume various physical positions, including stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended durations.
- Aptitude for lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the workday.
- Comfort working at heights and in diverse climate conditions, encompassing both hot and cold environments.

Freedom Solar Power recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Matching

100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability

Weekly Pay Dates, Paid time off, and Company paid holidays

Career advancement opportunities!