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Lead Installer for Solar Farm Construction

The Lead Installer heads up a 3-12 person team responsible for the installation of solar PV systems. The Lead

installer reports to the Construction Manager/Crew Superintendent, and is responsible for a safe, high quality

installation that meets the design specifications. The Lead installer is expected to work in a collaborative,

cooperative manner with other Crews and Lead installers on a job.

Requirements of the job:

Education &

Experience Minimum 2 year Associates degree or 5 years of commercial construction supervision

experience.

Solar installation experience preferred.

Experience in one or more related trades (e.g. carpentry, roofing, plumbing or

electrical).

OSHA 10 Training required

NABCEP Entry Level Certification preferred.

NABCEP PV or Thermal Certification preferred.

Skills &

Knowledge: Must be able to read construction drawings and diagrams, and can develop a work plan

and material list.

Effective at instructing crew members; explains what needs to be done and provides

clear instructions as to how to do the job.

Demonstrated knowledge of DC electrical.

Good math skills required.

Demonstrated application of construction safety practices & can develop and implement

a job hazard analysis (JHA).

Other

Qualifications: Gives attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Demonstrated ability to solve problems

Is a team player and works well with others.

Interacts well with other trades and partners on the job.

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of job methods and processes.

Has a clean driving record and can pass a drug test.

Punctual

Working

Conditions: Must be very comfortable working on/climbing ladders and roofs.

Uses power tools

Performs physical labor. May be required to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. or must ask for

assistance on anything over 50 lbs. May assist others lifting/carrying objects heavier

than 50 lbs.

Work is outdoors.

May require travel and overnight stays for jobs remote from the office.

Essential

Duties &

Responsibilities:

Apply the highest level of workmanship to all elements of the job, instructing crew

members as to the job requirements and insuring a quality installation.

Maintains adherence to job schedule

Implements the QA plan for each job.

Make sure that power tools and equipment are operated in a safe manner.

Maintain tools to ensure a long functional life of the equipment.

Maintain inventory and tracking of the tools, equipment, system components and

hardware

Keep work areas, company vehicles and warehouse clean and organized.

Work on any other projects or assignments as directed by management.

Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Inquiries – Contact John E.P. Morrison, P.E., Chief Operating Officer, Strata Solar, www.stratasolar.com,

(919) 960-6015 x112, jepmorrison@stratasolar.com