Job description
Job Title: Roof Site Surveyor
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Location: 3031 8th St NE, Washington, DC 20017
Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Roof Site Surveyor to join our growing team. This position is critical to ensure that our proposed solar projects are feasible to installed on homes and businesses in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in maintaining an organized schedule, and enjoy being on the road daily traveling to job sites, we encourage you to apply. Our ideal candidate would have previous experience as a roofer or solar site surveyor.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze and determine optimal rooftop solar designs
- Going on roof and structural analysis site visits in the field.
- Climbing onto rooftops with ladders to evaluate a roof's quality, conduct measurements, take pictures, and verify the proposed solar layout on roof works.
- Accessing attic spaces in homes to obtain measurements and dimensions of roof structure (trusses and rafters).
- Conducting surveys for specialty projects which may include battery storage, carports, EV chargers, and awnings.
Qualifications: - Ability to climb ladders outdoors up to 3 stories high to access roofs.
- Ability to climb ladders indoors to access attic spaces.
- Ability to maneuver in tight attic spaces to get measurements.
- Previous experience in construction, roofing, or engineering design preferred.
- Knowledge on, or willingness to learn how to patch drywall hole if ever needed to open a hole in a wall or ceiling.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
What We Offer: - Competitive pay and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Mileage Reimbursement if personal vehicle used.
Solar Solution is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
How to Apply: - Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes and cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications.
- Please send resumes and cover letters to Margo Ricks at [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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About Solar Solution
Company Overview
Solar Solution, LLC
Washington, DC, United States
2008
Approximately 50 employees (source: linkedin.com).
What They Do
Solar Solution focuses exclusively on solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, specializing in rooftop installations for both residential and commercial customers. The company does not engage in wind, storage, hydrogen, or grid-scale projects, allowing it to concentrate its expertise on solar energy solutions (source: solarpowerworldonline.com). Their core services encompass full in-house solar panel installation, engineering, permitting navigation, utility coordination, and post-installation support, all backed by a 10-year labor warranty. Additionally, they offer internally financed solar programs that require $0 upfront costs and no credit checks for D.C. homeowners and businesses (source: solarsolutiondc.com). By educating clients on system operations, installation processes, and government incentives like SREC credits, Solar Solution positions itself as a dominant player in the local market, leveraging its deep understanding of regional regulations and relationships with agencies such as the DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) (source: solarsolutiondc.com). Their differentiators include 17 years of continuous operation, full transparency in cost and output projections, and a commitment to long-term system support, contrasting with transient competitors (source: solarsolutiondc.com).
Projects & Track Record
While specific details on notable completed projects, such as names, capacities in MW, and costs, are not publicly detailed, Solar Solution claims to have completed 7,000 installations, which account for 40% of all solar installations in Washington, D.C. Customer testimonials highlight the effectiveness of their systems in generating SREC credits and reducing energy bills (source: solarsolutiondc.com). The company primarily focuses on residential and commercial rooftop developments within the DMV region, although no current or ongoing major projects are explicitly named in available sources (source: solarpowerworldonline.com). Partnerships include certification as a DC government Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and Authorized Contractor by DOEE, which enables them to work effectively with local homeowners and businesses (source: solarsolutiondc.com). Their geographic presence remains confined to the Washington, DC area, with no documented expansion beyond the DMV (source: solarmagazine.com).
Recent Developments
No major announcements, contracts won, acquisitions, mergers, or funding rounds have been reported in the last two years. The most recent visibility for Solar Solution is tied to ongoing top contractor listings from Solar Power World, which date back to 2020 and earlier (source: solarpowerworldonline.com). Achievements include NABCEP certification in PV Sales and sustained recognition as the largest local solar installer in D.C., but no new awards, certifications, or milestones have been reported post-2023 (source: solarsolutiondc.com).
Working There
Solar Solution hires across various roles including sales, operations, engineering, and customer success, with all positions based at their headquarters in Washington, DC. Key personnel include residential manager Peter Parker, commercial manager Jabari Baker, and Chief Operations Officer Kathleen dePorter, among others (source: solarsolutiondc.com). Job seekers should target the single office location in Washington, DC, as no remote or other-site hiring is indicated (source: solarsolutiondc.com). The company culture emphasizes local hiring of over 50 DMV-based professionals, fostering community knowledge and high customer satisfaction, as reflected in positive Google reviews praising their responsive and professional teams (source: solarsolutiondc.com). Specific benefits offered to employees are not documented in the available sources.
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