Installer

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle—from sale through installation and beyond—offering endless opportunities for growth. We’re the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the U.S., focused on making energy more reliable and affordable without big upfront costs.

About the role

The Installer is a critical member of a solar installation construction team, working in partnership with the Foreperson and Lead Installer to complete residential solar installation projects. This role is ideal for someone passionate about solar installation, field safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personal, crew, and job site safety at all times; participate in training on new products, installation methods, and safety.
• Review inventory at the loading dock to ensure the assigned crew truck is adequately stocked.
• Complete layout and assemble solar modules, racking, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment, and tools as specified in the project plan.
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structures, buildings, or support mechanisms.
• Perform project clean-up, including the client site and installation vehicle, to maintain a clean and orderly work environment.

Requirements

• Previous solar, construction, or military experience preferred but not required.
• Adherence to company safety policies and procedures, including identifying and reporting safety hazards and encouraging safe work practices.
• Ability to work courteously and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, metrics, and impact results both individually and as a team player in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to transport materials and equipment (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance).
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces, requiring frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in outdoor weather conditions, including excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environments, and humidity.
• Frequent use of hand functions requiring fine motor skills, such as fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to work safely with equipment like ladders, fall protection harnesses, and other personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other elevated areas.
• Ability to work in the sun and potentially low-light conditions.
• Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and shingles without causing damage.
• Ability to distinguish colors (e.g., red, black, yellow, white, green).
• Ability to work in confined spaces (attics, basements, crawl spaces) requiring kneeling and crouching.
• Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings.
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protections.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401K with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• PowerU: 100% tuition reimbursement program with over 150 educational opportunities.
• Competitive hourly base pay (paid biweekly) with eligibility for performance-based bonus compensation.
• Internal advancement opportunities.

Pay

Starting hourly wage for this opportunity: $22.81 to $30.42. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history.