Solar Service Technician

Kin Home is seeking a Solar Service Technician in Cedar Rapids, IA, focused on solar installations. Candidates must have construction experience, including roofing and electrical work. Responsibilities include project completion, quality assurance, equipment installation, and customer communication. Requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and experience in construction or solar. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a full-time schedule with varying work hours.
Overview:

Kin Home is focused on going green and saving our customers green by harvesting energy from sunlight. We provide simple and affordable energy solutions combined with dedicated, 5-star service. We are committed to making our customers transition to renewable, reliable energy seamless and enjoyable.

We offer extremely competitive pay.

Kin Home is looking for more installers, all aspects of solar installation positions will need to be filled. Construction experience is a must, as well as a background in roofing and electrical. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join this incredible team.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Complete projects within established policies and procedures.-Complete projects within time frames and budgets.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on crew safety.
• Assemble the solar array racking, properly seal all roof penetrations, and install all relative equipment.
• Work exceptionally well with others, competently delegate work among the crew and resolve potential crew issues.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Communicate with customers in a professional, considerate, and respectful manner, answering all questions and complaints to the best of your ability.
• Responsible for assisting the Electrician finish electrical work before leaving the job site.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Be able to read, understand, and comprehend contract documents, plans, and written/verbal communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work different schedules that involve Mondays- Saturdays.
• Professional in appearance.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to use ION Technology, such as smartphones, Paycom, Field Pro, Sales Force, etc.

Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record required.
• 1+ years of construction, electrical, roofing, or framing experience required.
• 1+ years of solar industry experience preferred.
• Experience bending EMT conduit preferred.
• Experience complying with OSHA safety requirements and regulations preferred.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift, pull, and push materials and equipment weighing 50+ pounds frequently.
• Must have a full range of mobility in the upper and lower body.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles.
• Ability to work on various roof types and heights which include but are not limited to steep roofs, metal roofs, comp shingle, tile, cal pac, etc. This requires the ability to keep or regain the body’s balance to stay upright when in an unstable position.
• Frequent kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to work in multiple weather conditions which include but are not limited to wet weather, snow, and extreme heat.

Wage and Benefits:
• Compensation depending on experience.
• Paid Time Off.
• Unpaid Sick/Personal Leave.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:
• Day shift

Work Location: Multiple locations