Rooftop Installer Job Description

Classification / Position Type :

Non-Exempt / Full-Time / Monday through Friday 7 : 00 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m. (40 Hours / Week) with occasional evening and weekend overtime.

Reports To : Rooftop Site Lead

Rooftop Site Lead

Overview :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The Rooftop Installer will be responsible for the assembly, installation, and / or maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other commercial structures in compliance with site assessments, plans, and specifications.

The Rooftop Installer will also be responsible for the following duties (but not limited to) :

• Responsible for configuring, installing, inspecting, and maintaining Solar PV Systems for commercial customers as well as assessing the installation environment to identify and address any potential hazards and taking necessary steps to mitigate them.
• Responsible for accurately mapping out the placement of components based on provided diagrams and ensuring the system is effectively sealed against weather conditions, following safety codes and manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct thorough testing and ground measurement post installation and make any needed adjustments to ensure proper functionality.
• Ensure proper panel positioning and alignment for optimal energy production.
• Responsible for accurate labeling, installing, and terminating electrical wiring and / or connections.
• Responsible for maintaining open and effective communication with subordinate supervisory personnel, regarding all activities within each job while ensuring occupational health and safety of all SEL Construction employees, subcontractors, project teams, clients, guests and assets in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, departmental and company policies, as well as industry standards and practices.
• Maintain and promote an organized job site and / or working environment.
• Maintain current and valid certifications as required by SEL Construction and deemed necessary by safety, local, state, and federal laws.

Core Competencies and Qualifications :

• Strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proficient in the use of basic hand and power tools
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• The ability to demonstrate exemplary work ethics.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver License and clean driving record
• Travel Requirements :

This position will require frequent, mandatory short and long-distance travel. The ability to travel is mandatory.

Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following :

• Verbally speak and / or listen.
• Stand, walk, sit, crouch, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb and bend and lift and move up to 50lbs frequently and daily.
• Use repetitive hand to finger movements.
• Handle and / or feel tools, equipment, etc.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include, but are not limited to,

• Up close vision, reading, color deciphering and identification.
• Distant vision, reading, color deciphering and identification.
• Peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and / or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently.

Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.

This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions for this position as well as rescinding all past and present job descriptions that do not reflect the current requirements of this position.

SEL Construction is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment free from unlawful discrimination. It is the policy of this company to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability.

Last updated : 2024-05-07