Solar + Battery Installer
Job Description
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Position: Solar + Battery Installer
Company: OSJ Electric LLC
Company: OSJ Electric LLC
Job Brief
We are a local, family-operated electrical and solar company serving the bay area.
Salary Detail
$20 – $45 an hour
Experience
Employment Progress of 3 Years is required
Job Detail
- We are a local, family-operated electrical and solar company serving the Bay Area. We install residential solar, energy storage systems, EV chargers, and perform panel upgrades. We take pride in high-quality work and treating both customers and team members with respect.
- 1. Entry Solar Installer | $20 – $23 per hour (DOE)
- Responsibilities:
- Assist the crew with unloading, organizing, and transporting materials on the job site.
- Help place and secure solar racking and modules on rooftops.
- Practice safe ladder use, roof work, and tool handling.
- Keep the workspace clean and organized throughout the day.
- Support general installation tasks as needed to help the crew finish efficiently.
- Requirements:
- No solar experience required. hands-on or construction labor experience is a plus.
- Willing to learn and take instruction.
- Comfortable working at heights and outdoors.
- Able to lift 50+ lbs and move equipment safely.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to safe working habits.
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- 2. Intermediate Solar Installer | $25 – $29 per hour (DOE)
- Responsibilities:
- Install solar panels and racking while maintaining proper alignment and secure attachment.
- Run and terminate wiring under guidance from the Roof Lead or Electrician.
- Assist with inverter and equipment mounting.
- Recognize and communicate installation challenges before they become issues.
- Keep tools and materials staged and accounted for during the workday.
- Follow company safety standards and ensure others are also working safely.
- Requirements:
- 1-3 years of solar, electrical, roofing, or relevant construction experience.
- Familiar with basic hand tools, power tools, and fastening methods.
- Comfortable working on roofs in various weather conditions.
- Able to read and follow basic installation plans.
- Works well with a crew and communicates clearly.
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- 3. Roof Lead Solar Installer | $30 – $35 per hour (DOE)
- Responsibilities:
- Direct the installation crew on proper roof layout, flashing, rail placement, and panel installation.
- Review job plans and confirm material needs before installation begins.
- Verify structural and equipment placement to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Train and support Entry and Intermediate installers to improve skillsets.
- Perform final quality checks and make minor adjustments to optimize system appearance and performance.
- Coordinate with inspectors or homeowner when needed to support smooth project completion.
- Requirements:
- 4+ years of hands-on solar installation or closely related trade experience.
- Strong understanding of roof attachment points, weatherproofing, and system layout.
- Able to read and interpret site plans and mounting diagrams.
- Confident leading a small crew and directing workflow.
- Safety-first mindset with ability to enforce proper safety practices.
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- 4. Lead Battery Electrical Installer | $35 – $50 per hour (DOE)
- Responsibilities:
- Lead installation of home battery backup systems (Tesla, Enphase, FranklinWH, etc.).
- Install sub-panels, conduit routing, and circuit terminations.
- Configure and commission energy storage systems, including software setup and testing.
- Troubleshoot electrical or communication issues when they arise.
- Train less experienced installers and electricians in safe, clean electrical practice.
- Requirements:
- 4+ years of electrical field experience. solar or battery background preferred.
- Comfortable working in energized electrical systems following safety standards.
- Skilled in conduit bending, clean wire management, and panel organization.
- Strong understanding of NEC code applications for residential installations.
- Good communicator who can lead, teach, and coordinate work effectively.
- Job Types: Full-time, Internship
- Pay: $20 – $45 per hour
- Expected hours: 40 per week
- Work Location: In person
