Sr. Construction Technician

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy. We design a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. As the #1 home solar and battery company in America, our vertically integrated model gives total control over every part of the energy lifecycle, offering endless opportunities for growth.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Construction Technician to perform a variety of construction tasks, including structural upgrades and repairs, while working closely with field teams to ensure jobs progress efficiently and are completed with quality. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a positive, can-do attitude and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Install required structural upgrades for accounts
• Complete home repairs such as roof repairs, minor stucco and drywall, and structural upgrades
• Provide project review and material sourcing
• Mix paint, ingredients, or chemicals, according to specification
• Maintain a high quality of workmanship
• Load and unload materials
• Perform job site cleanup and maintain vehicle with equipment for each project
• May assist with organizing equipment in the warehouse when support is needed
• Maintain compliance to all PPE and safety regulations per OSHA and company standards
• Support operational flow by stepping in directly or coordinating field completion when pipeline delays or scope gaps arise
• Troubleshoot blockers or incomplete tasks to maintain job progress and avoid disruption to downstream teams
• Act as a field resource to ensure scopes are completed to standard and timelines are maintained across the pipeline
• May monitor project sequencing and site readiness to ensure smooth execution across active and upcoming jobs
• Provide leadership, technical expertise, and support to Construction Technicians
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience with residential construction or solar experience
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including customers
• Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
• Ability to work in confined spaces which requires kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
• Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
• Up to 25% travel may be required

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and work from 20-foot ladders.
• Comfortable working in outdoor conditions including heat, cold, and variable weather.
• Capable of working in attics and other confined spaces when necessary.
• Must be able to walk rooftops of varying slopes and materials.
• Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions.
• Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection.

Pay

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $31.94 to $42.59 per hour. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history.