Multifamily Foreperson

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Overview

The Foreperson will provide leadership and technical expertise for a solar installation crew. The Foreperson is responsible for the safety, quality, customer service, and productivity of each assigned solar installation project.  The Foreperson is a soft working field supervisor  position that leads a team of 6 members to successfully complete Multi Family solar projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful installation of MultiFamily solar projects including the installation of the electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of the customer's residential property

• When assigned, safely lead or assist solar battery installations

• Organize, lead, and train crew members to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframes

• Ensure attention to detail with an emphasis on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity

• Effectively manage all aspects of the construction workflow of the project to drive productivity

• Ensure that there is adequate materials and equipment to safely and efficiently complete projects

• Effectively maintain project documentation and photo requirements

• Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA standards related to photovoltaic installations and enforce safety practices and standards

• Check on progress of installers every hour throughout the installation to ensure the installation process; Follow construction job flow procedures

• Develop a positive working dynamic within installation crew and branch co-workers; Analyze and resolve worker problems and recommend solutions; Maintain consistent and appropriate interface with customer throughout construction phase

• Assist the crew on the roof as needed to ensure an efficient and high quality installation

• Perform weekly vehicle inspection for proper tire pressure, oil level, working lights, etc.

• Obtain customer payments and deliver to management as required

• Ensure accuracy of your own and crew's time sheets

• Provide construct-ability feedback to management

• Maintain excellent lines of communication

• Perform service calls when necessary

• 100% travel required

Qualifications 

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years of construction experience, including 3 year of solar installation experience. Prior experience leading teams of 3-6 preferred

• Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 1000 VDC and 480 VAC

• Ability to perform all installation duties of the Installer, Lead Installer, and Electrician  

• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check. Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license

• Have CPR and First Aid Certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of continued employment (class costs are reimbursable by the company)

• Certified to use equipment i.e. forklift, scissor lift, snorkel lift, skid steer ect.

• Osha 10 or Osha 30

• Electrical/PV Installation Knowledge: Working knowledge of current NEC codes. Ability to interpret single line drawings and PV systems from roof to meter. Demonstrates knowledge of electrical principles as it pertains to solar interconnection/tie-in and code and how PV systems operate. Understands interconnection activities. Understands basic construction principles.

• Safety: Adheres to company safety policies and procedures including ability to