Roof Lead

Job Description

Join an established and innovative company in the fast-growing solar industry!

If you have hands-on solar installation experience and a passion for leading teams to deliver high-quality work, this is your opportunity to grow with one of the nation's top residential solar providers.

At Freedom Forever, we're known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and empowering our teams. We're looking for a Roof Lead who's ready to take ownership of rooftop solar installations and help drive our mission forward.

Pay Range $26 to $30/hr. + install bonuses + benefits + advancement opportunities

Position Summary

The Roof Lead is responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on rooftops and other structures. You'll lead the roof crew, ensure safe and efficient installations, and uphold Freedom Forever's high standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle to and from job sites
• Load/unload materials and transport them to rooftops
• Assemble and install all roof components of PV systems
• Perform PV electrical work and final wiring under supervision
• Lead and assign tasks to the roof crew
• Communicate with the Crew Lead and ensure project updates
• Follow Freedom Forever plan sets and safety protocols
• Flash penetrations and ensure weatherproofing
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and company policies

What You Bring

• Proven experience in solar installation, especially rooftop systems
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Familiarity with hand/power tools and construction safety practices
• Ability to read and follow plan sets and technical instructions
• Comfortable working at heights and in various weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and insurance (travel required)
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and productivity

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $50K Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• HSA & FSA Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Bi-Weekly Bonuses
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following: Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene.

Job based in Illinois not seeking remote employees.

Ready to lead the way in clean energy?

Apply now and take your solar career to the next level with Freedom Forever!