Available Positions at Solar States
We’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people who jump in, learn quickly, care about their work, and get things accomplished in our team environment. When we find a great person, we sometimes try to create or tweak a job opening to take advantage of their strengths. Sound exciting? Apply for any listed position using the form at the bottom of this page!
Operations
Assistant Manager of Operations
In the Assistant Manager of Operations (“AMO”) role, you will be responsible for the solar panel installation process from sale to install closeout. The AMO will be directly responsible for the workflow from contract signing, through scheduling, and closing out of the project after installation. The AMO is responsible for working with the Manager of Operations (“MO”), and scheduling installations, coordinating installations, customer contact, and project completion of assigned projects to ensure 100% internal and external customer satisfaction. The AMO assists with coordinating and implementing project objectives and procedures, directs and monitors construction and financial activities by working with the sales team, accounting team, on-site solar leads, site survey technicians, and other members of the Solar States team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for assisting with coordination of key deliverables from design, procurement, construction, budget, and schedule from project inception through project closeout. This includes but is not limited to the below:
- Scheduling installations in coordination with homeowner and Solar States
- tracking project timelines, managing change orders, and providing notices or dispute resolution if required
- Ordering all material for residential jobs in coordination with the Warehouse Manager and MO.
- working with the Warehouse Manager and MO to ensure proper stock for commonly used materials, as well as for specific job sites.
- “Closing out” a solar job, including but not limited to a job completion email and confirmation from the solar crew that the job is complete, operational, and satisfactory.
- working with the appropriate team member to ensure inspections, permit close out, interconnection, and monitoring is completed on time and correctly, as well as quality control and assurance.
- Overseeing the Permitting Inbox. The AMO’s direct reports should be the first line to respond to the inbox inquiries, but it is the AMO’s responsibility to make sure the inbox is being monitored and emails are being responded to in a timely manner.
- Overseeing and managing the Logistics Inbox and prioritizing their importance and knowing you may coordinate the responses with other Solar States team members or Managers when necessary.
- Responsible for overseeing the Permitting Officer and confirming their work is timely and accurate.
- Assist with company resource availability (installers, etc.) and operational needs to ensure achievement of established project goals.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Solar States offers a competitive, B-Corp certified compensation program commensurate with experience. Solar States offers vacation time, sick time, paid holidays and health insurance, as well as 401k. Solar States also shares profits with employees, depending upon company and individual performance.
COMPANY CULTURE
Solar States has cultivated a highly productive, yet loose and relatively flat company culture. We are looking for self-motivated people who are good at working collaboratively in a group environment. You will be expected to work an average of a 40-hour week.
COMPANY PROPERTY
We expect all company property to be treated with respect. This includes driving company vehicles in a safe and courteous manner as well as handling tools and equipment with care and consideration.
REPORTS TO
- MO (Manager of Operations)
- Chief Operations Officer
- Founder / CEO
- Business Manager
- Chief Operations Officer
MANAGE/COORDINATE/OVERSIGHT
- Permitting & Interconnection Manager
- Installation Teams (just coordination)
- Homeowners (just coordination)
JOB TYPE
Full-time
OFFER
$40,000-$50,000 commensurate with experience
EMAIL RESUME & COVER LETTER
hr.team@solar-states.com
Warehouse Associate
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Warehouse Associate will work to organize, maintain, and communicate inventory and warehouse needs to ensure we are stocked with the appropriate equipment and materials. You will work with warehouse and install crews to coordinate and prepare job packets, materials, and job site material drop os.
The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Project staging and inventory support
- Receive and check all incoming shipments and label appropriately
- Pick up additional materials from local solar and electrical vendors
- Conduct weekly inventory checks with warehouse manager
- Stage materials for upcoming projects daily
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse space
Fleet Management and materials transport
- Drive solar panels and equipment to job sites daily
- Make sure vehicles are in working order (check uid levels, tire pressures, working lights)
- Coordinate vehicle maintenance around crew’s scheduling needs & maintain maintenance logs
- Maintain up-to-date vehicle records with information such as inspection, registration, and insurance
Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Forklift operator; Solar States will assist with certication
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License
- Comfortably able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varying temperatures
- Must be highly organized and able to multitask while setting priorities
- Ability to succeed in a fast paced, ever changing environment
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively
- Self-motivated and team-oriented
- OSHA 10 certification (Solar States will pay for you to obtain)
- OSHA 30 certification is not required but is a plus
JOB TYPE
Full Time
REPORTS TO
You will report directly to the Operations / Warehouse Manager
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Solar States is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. Solar States does not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
Installations
Solar Installer
Job Description
Solar States is seeking an independent and capable Solar Installer to help our install team meet our residential solar installation pipeline
Position Responsibilities:
- Install photovoltaic (PV) systems (modules and racking) in accordance with codes and standards using and following designs, drawings, and specs
- Working on residential and small commercial roof-tops as well as installing ground mounted systems, and other custom installations
- Pulling of inventory and knowledge of solar parts for specific projects
- Operate general carpentry, hand, and power tools
- Assist with electrical work as needed to connect solar system to electric grid
- Manage & maintain cleanliness and organization of your crews vehicle and the company warehouse
- Identify electrical, environmental and safety hazards associated with installation
- OSHA 10 qualifications (required)
- OSHA 30 qualifications (preferred) Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Comfort with heights and electrical work while maintaining a comfortable fear of potentially hazardous situations, see above for OSHA requirements
- Ability to work under supervision after appropriate training
- Clean driving record with current and valid driver’s license
- Must possess a working smartphone
- Ability to succeed in a fast paced, ever changing environment
- Passionate about solar and the green energy revolution!
- Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Entry-level or PV Installer NABCEP certification
- Proficient with computers
- Understanding of solar PV equipment and installation standards
- Sales or customer service background
Benefits:
- Health and Dental Care options
- Generous 401k Retirement Benefits
- Paid Time Off (15 days)
- Sick Time (3 days)
- Childcare Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Schedule
updated Jan ‘20
Description:
In the Installer role, you will work with your team to assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs, ground mounts, or other structures in compliance with site assessments and provided plans. The job will include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. This position also includes minor electrical work and working from heights and enclosed spaces, so you should be comfortable in all scenarios. The Installer will be responsible for jobs in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey region, with travel to other states as needed. Overnight travel may be required. Solar installation is largely outdoor work, and installers are expected to dress appropriately for the weather. No one will be asked to work under unsafe conditions.
Compensation & Benefits:
Solar States offers a competitive compensation program commensurate with experience. Solar States offers vacation time, sick time, paid holidays and health insurance. Solar States also shares profits with employees, depending upon company and individual performance. Solar States is a Certified B-Corp and employees are expected to understand how and why B-Corps are different from regular corporations.
Reports to:
Lead Installer
Job Type:
Full-time or Part-time
Pay Range:
$16-$20/hr
Lead Solar Installer
Job Description
Solar States is seeking a capable and experienced Lead Solar Installer to lead our residential crew in meeting our solar pipeline in NJ and PA
Position Responsibilities:
- Install photovoltaic (PV) systems (modules and racking) in accordance with codes and standards using and following design, drawings, and specs
- Working on residential and commercial roof-tops as well as installing ground mounted systems, and other custom installations
- Pulling of inventory and knowledge of solar inventory for specific projects
- Operate general carpentry, hand, and power tools
- Perform electrical work as needed to connect solar system to electric grid
- Identify electrical, environmental and safety hazards associated with installation
- OSHA 30 qualifications (required)
- Taking photos, documenting job site, and posting photos to PM software
- Truck & Inventory understanding of solar equipment.
- Manage & maintain cleanliness and organization of your crews vehicle and the company warehouse
- Ensuring safety of entire crew and double-checking of all site safety equipment
- Valid driver’s license
Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Responsible for Assistant Crew Lead to help manage the crew
- T-Sheets management for the entire crew including lunch, job codes, notes, clock-ins, clock-outs, even when working on larger commercial crews
- Job Folders filled out and turned in
- Job Photos uploaded into Google Drive
- Provide employee reviews of installers working under the lead to Solar States management
- Customer Payment Acquisition
- Clean driving record with current and valid driver’s license
- Must possess a working smartphone
- Ability to succeed in a fast paced, ever changing environment
- Passionate about solar and the green energy revolution!
- Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Entry-level or PV Installer NABCEP certification
- Proficient with computers
Benefits:
- Health and Dental Care options
- Generous 401k Retirement Benefits
- Paid Time Off (15 days)
- Sick Time (3 days)
- Childcare Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Schedule
updated Jan ‘20
Description:
In the Lead Installer role, you will work with your team to assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs, ground mounts, or other structures in compliance with site assessments and provided plans as well as code compliance. You will be responsible for maintaining and organizing job paperwork, close-out documents, possible site inspection, and monthly meetings with Project Management staff. The job will include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. This position also includes minor electrical work and working from heights and enclosed spaces, so you should be comfortable in all scenarios. The Lead Installer will be responsible for jobs in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey region, with travel to other states as needed. Overnight travel may be required. Solar installation is largely outdoor work, and installers are expected to dress appropriately for the weather. No one will be asked to work under unsafe conditions.
Compensation & Benefits:
Solar States offers a competitive compensation program commensurate with experience. Solar States offers vacation time, sick time, paid holidays and health insurance. Solar States also shares profits with employees, depending upon company and individual performance. Solar States is a Certified B-Corp and employees are expected to understand how and why B-Corps are different from regular corporations.
Reports to:
Chief Installer / Project Manager
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay Range:
$40-50k Salary
Design & Sales
Solar Sales Consultant
Description:
Solar Energy + Storage Sales Consultants receive QUALIFIED, INBOUND LEADS. Your responsibility is to provide the potential customer with information, answer their questions, dismiss their objections, instill excitement and help them say YES to installing a solar and/or storage system. This is a dynamic role in an exciting industry. Lots of opportunities to grow within the company.
Responsibilities:
- Provide clients with information about installing solar + batteries at their property
- Deliver exceptional customer service
- Close sales
- Maintain clear records about projects and clients
- Contribute to company sales/marketing efforts (events, podcasts, etc.)
- Support your co-workers, have a good attitude, try your best, work hard, be ethical, and always keep learning
Qualifications:
- Proven Sales Experience (Solar preferred)
- Passionate about solar/sustainability and the green energy revolution!
- Excellent communication skills
- Good at working on a team and independently
- Comfortable working in a face-paced, emerging industry
- High level of proficiency using Apple Computers, Google Suite, Webtools, CRM/Data Management System, Microsoft Excel, Apple Numbers, Google Sheets
Compensation & Benefits:
Base + Commission + Benefits
- Health and Dental Care options
- Generous 401k Retirement Benefits
- Employee Profit Share
- Paid Time Off (15 days)
- Sick Time (3 days)
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Schedule
High earners earning between $95-130k in total compensation.
Reports to:
Sales Manager
Job Type:
Full-time – Hybrid Remote
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