Job Summary
The Foreman is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations on solar installation job sites. This role involves leading a team of solar installers, electricians, and other field workers to ensure that solar systems are installed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications. The Foreman plays a key role in coordinating activities, maintaining safety standards, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring that solar projects are completed on time and within budget. This hands-on position requires strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to solve problems quickly and effectively on-site.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Determines onsite plan of action and makes onsite decisions.
- Direct labor on daily tasks to align with project goals.
- Establishes the level of quality of work onsite.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Facilitate internal communications within the team.
- Contact customers upon arrival to provide updates.
- Consults with Construction Manager and/or Licensed Electrician as necessary.
- Notify General Manager or Owner with any emergencies.
- Address customer service issues by communicating with the General Manager or Salesperson.
- Update Trello with project progress.
- Keeps Warehouse Coordinator informed of material, tool, and truck needs.
- Photographs installations and uploads to Drive.
- Preform all job duties assigned to Solar Installer.
Required Skills:
- Technical Skills: Strong mechanical and technical aptitudes, with working knowledge of computer networking, communication systems, electrical distribution system components, and electricity fundamentals, including three-phase power configurations, power calculations, and safety protocols.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Independence: Ability to work independently and take initiative to complete tasks without direction.
- Leadership: Forward-thinking in developing and implementing current and future sales strategies. Proven ability to foster collaboration and build relationships with internal and external partners.
- Communication: Professional communicator adept at engaging with all organizational levels, as well as customers and vendors.
- Quality Focus: Takes pride in their work and practices continuous improvement.
- Influence: Ability to influence and drive results without direct reporting authority.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- 1-3+ years of experience in the solar industry or related field.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role is preferred.
- Familiarity with solar installation processes and project management.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and practices in solar installation.
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, a current or future need for sponsorship is not supported or available for this position.
Salary Range: $59,850.00 - $95,760.00
*This range reflects base pay only. Incentive earnings, like commissions or bonuses, are not included.This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan based on company performance.
How We Support Your Wellbeing:
Our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why at IGS, we are committed to offering a holistic benefit program that allows employees to stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain flexibility in their wellbeing journey.
- Healthcare Essentials: Comprehensive coverage including medical (plus free telehealth), dental, vision, and employer health savings account contributions.
- Mental Wellbeing: Robust support through Headspace and free mental healthcare visits for you and your dependents.
- Family Planning Support: Extensive assistance with Maven, paid family and caregiver leave, and fertility, adoption, and surrogacy services.
- Financial Readiness: Strong financial foundation with a 401(k) plan, company match, and access to financial wellbeing tools.
- Work-Life Balance: paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid leaves, employee hardship fund, and a wide range of additional perks.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
It is the policy of Ecohouse/IGS Energy to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations and guidelines. Employment discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, and veteran status or other legally protected class under applicable law is prohibited.
