Solar Installer

Freedom Solar is one of the largest solar installation companies in the United States. Founded in Austin in 2007, our residential business serves Texas and Florida, and our commercial business has a nationwide reach. Our strong reputation in the industry is based on our dedication to quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. At Freedom Solar, our mission is to enable our customers to live more powerfully by harnessing clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values:

• Pride in Quality Craftsmanship
• Go Above and Beyond
• Put People First
• Have a Humble Heart
• Give a Damn
• Shoot Straight

At Freedom Solar, we have built a customer-focused, turnkey solar installation experience that is unusual in the industry. Unlike most solar companies, we serve our customers through the entirety of their solar journey, from marketing and sales, to installation, to service and warranty coverage. As we have scaled, we have remained true to our startup roots, with dedication, creativity, resourcefulness, and speed inherent to our culture. We care deeply about our customers and the environment, and everything we do reflects that. And we aspire that our team emulates and enhances this culture.

Freedom Solar is looking for Experienced Solar Installers with a driver's license to join our team! In this role, you will be a part of a crew that is responsible for installing 1kW - 30kW solar systems on residential homes. The ideal installer is hard-working, motivated by meeting goals, and great at working with their hands. This is a great position for someone who has prior construction and/or roofing experience, takes pride in their work, thrives working in a team environment, and enjoys being challenged.

Job Duties

• Attending safety meetings daily, before any work is performed on-site.
• Installing racking system per manufacturer's specifications and Freedom Solar Power's plans per different residential roof types.
• Installing DC and AC equipment per plans and local codes.
• Commissioning PV systems safely.
• Testing system components while the system is operational.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• A valid Driver's License and clean MVR are required to drive company vehicles.
• Apprentice Electrical License, preferred
• Valid OSHA 10; (OSHA 30 preferred)
• Residential solar installation experience preferred
• Electrical experience, strongly recommended

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Knowledge of residential PV design and components
• Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
• Ability to make field changes and communicate problems with the Project Manager
• Ability to test voltages from 10V - 1000VDC / 120V - 480VAC
• Ability to receive and distribute instructions
• Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely

Physical Requirements

• Ability to withstand heights, be on roofs, and climb ladders
• Ability to lift 50-75+ lbs routinely
• Ability to bend, stretch, squat, and lift
• Ability to work in 30-100+ degree weather, as well as in wet and dry conditions

We understand you may be a great candidate without fitting all our preferred experience, knowledge, skills, and attributes. And you may have other skills that are valuable for the role, but which we haven't thought of. Because we recognize this and we value diversity of thought, experience, and background, we still encourage you to apply.

Freedom Solar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employee Benefits

Freedom Solar recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Weekly Pay Dates
• 3 Weeks PTO + 3 Sick Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Team Building Events!
• Upward mobility Opportunities!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.