Job description
The Solar Installer is responsible for hands-on system installation, ensuring site safety, prepping job sites, providing high-quality and an exceptional customer experience, and assisting in resolving on-site issues as needed. This role is hands-on and growth-oriented for candidates interested in the solar industry or electrical field of work. Solar Installers become registered as Unlicensed Electrical Apprentices and their hours accrue towards qualification as Journeyworker Electrician license, should they so desire to pursue that route.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
- Perform physical installation of systems/equipment (including but not limited to wire management, mounting, and assembling).
- Use power tools, ladders, digging equipment, and other tools while adhering to safety plans and guidelines.
- Communicate with clients, supervisors, and other applicable stakeholders regarding project status.
- Identify and resolve issues that arise during installations.
- Ensure job sites are kept clean, organized, and safe.
- Prepare job sites for installations.
- Maintain security of equipment issued to each project and notify supervisor(s) of discrepancies or damages.
- Adhere to and enforce Site Safety Plans to ensure crew and own safety.
Other Duties
- Other duties and tasks as assigned by management.
Skills/Qualifications
- Experience working with hand tools and power tools (preferred).
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills.
- Thrives in a team environment.
- Resourceful and creative.
- Positive and professional demeanor.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
- Must complete and clear an MVR (motor vehicle report) background screen and be able to successfully drive a company vehicle and/or trailer for work related purposes.
- Must complete, acquire, and maintain DOT Medical certification.
Physical Requirements
- Comfortable working extended hours in extreme environments/climate (cold, heat, wind, etc) (frequent).
- Regularly encounter pitched roofs, at heights (with proper safety gear).
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and lifting (frequent).
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50-75 lbs. at a time (frequent).
- Must be able to transport and drive for short and long distances for work related events/job sites and be able to travel with crew for occasional overnight, or multiple night, trips within our service area (including but not limited to: MA, MN, WI, IA, SD, ND, NE).
Compensation & Benefits
- This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position with an expected starting base pay rate of $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (over time eligible) depending on qualifications and experience (DOQ).
- PTO accrual per hour will be .03847, up to 80 hours annually (120 hours annually after year 1).
- 6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday.
- Dental + vision insurance (free for individual).
- Health insurance (free individual option).
- 401K with company match (eligible after 90 days, age 21+).
- Discretionary Profit Sharing Bonus based on company performance.
- Free employee assistance plan.
- Much more!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (EEO)
All Energy Solar is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location that we facilitate. All Energy Solar is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military and Veterans.
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About this role
About All Energy Solar, Inc.
Company Overview
All Energy Solar, Inc.
HeadquartersSaint Paul, MN, United States
Founded2009
SizeApproximately 270-300 employees and estimated annual revenue of $40.9 million to $58.6 million in 2023 (source: growjo.com, allenergysolar.com).
What They Do
All Energy Solar focuses exclusively on solar photovoltaic technology, providing comprehensive turnkey solutions that encompass every aspect of solar energy deployment. Their services include solar panel installation, energy storage solutions, system assessment and site analysis, design and engineering, permitting, and handling incentives and grants paperwork. They also offer construction, real-time monitoring systems for performance data, maintenance and repairs, financing options, and limited roofing repair or replacement for solar-compatible roofs (source: solarmagazine.com, allenergysolar.com). The company employs NABCEP-certified professionals, ensuring high standards in project execution, and holds licenses as a building and electrical contractor, which allows them to manage every phase of a project effectively (source: rocketreach.co). Their target markets include residential customers across several states, as well as commercial, agricultural, and government clients both nationally and internationally, with a notable emphasis on recent commercial projects in Costa Rica.
Projects & Track Record
All Energy Solar has successfully completed over 10,000 solar installations since its inception, totaling more than 100 MW of energy capacity with 286,000 panels installed across various sectors including residential, commercial, agricultural, and government. The company celebrated its 6,000th project by late 2021 and continues to expand its operations, with ongoing projects in South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska, as well as growth in New Hampshire and Massachusetts (source: allenergysolar.com, prnewswire.com). Although specific notable projects are not detailed, the company is recognized for its nationwide commercial installations and has a significant presence in the Minnesota metro area, where it stages projects from its headquarters (source: cleanenergyeconomymn.org). All Energy Solar aims to eliminate 6 billion pounds of coal by 2030 through its installations, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and environmental impact.
Recent Developments
In 2023, All Energy Solar was ranked No. 124 on Solar Power World's Top Solar Contractors List, achieving notable positions in various categories including 22nd for non-utility scale and 30th for residential installations. The company hired 174 new employees in 2023, reflecting its rapid growth and expansion efforts (source: solarpowerworldonline.com, allenergysolar.com). Celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2024, All Energy Solar highlighted its achievements of over 10,000 systems installed and 286,000 panels, along with receiving multiple accolades for customer satisfaction and service excellence (source: allenergysolar.com). In July 2025, the company won Silver for best Residential Solar Provider and Bronze for Commercial in the Star Tribune's Minnesota's Best Readers' Choice Awards, further solidifying its reputation in the industry.
Working There
All Energy Solar offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including sales and marketing, finance, operations, project management, business development, and installation crews. The company has seen significant growth in its workforce, hiring 174 new employees in 2023 and reaching approximately 270-300 employees by 2025 (source: growjo.com, cleanenergyeconomymn.org). The primary hiring locations are the Saint Paul headquarters, which has recently expanded, and the Westfield, Massachusetts office, supporting crews across multiple states. The company culture is characterized by a strong sense of team dedication, a passion-driven environment, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, with leadership emphasizing family values and employee growth (source: allenergysolar.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company promotes a supportive workplace and encourages career development through various events and initiatives.
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