Solar Installer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Solar Installer / Solar Laborer

Job Description

This role focuses on commercial rooftop solar work, including the removal and reinstallation of existing solar systems on commercial roofmounts . You will work as part of a field crew to safely handle solar panels, racking systems, and related equipment while following all fall protection and safety protocols. The position is ideal for experienced solar professionals who are comfortable working at heights and have hands-on experience with SolarEdge systems.

Responsibilities

• Remove existing commercial rooftop solar systems, including solar panels and racking components, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Reinstall solar systems after removal, ensuring all panels, racking, and related equipment are securely and correctly mounted.
• Work comfortably and safely on a two-story rooftop, consistently using appropriate fall protection equipment and procedures.
• Operate hand and power tools to complete installation, removal, and reinstallation tasks according to project specifications.
• Follow established safety standards and guidelines, including fall protection training requirements and site-specific safety rules.
• Collaborate with other solar installers and solar laborers to complete projects on schedule and to quality standards.
• Assist with general rooftop labor tasks, such as material handling, staging, and site cleanup related to solar installation work.
• Inspect work areas and equipment for potential hazards and promptly report any safety concerns.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean, organized, and working condition.
• Follow instructions from site leads or supervisors and adapt to changing project needs on the rooftop worksite.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of hands-on solar installation experience, preferably in commercial rooftop environments.
• Demonstrated experience working as a solar installer or solar laborer on rooftop projects.
• Proficiency with SolarEdge systems and components used in solar installations.
• Comfort and capability working on a two-story roof, including navigating and performing tasks at heights.
• Completion of fall protection training and ability to apply fall protection practices consistently.
• Ability to safely use and maintain hand tools and power tools commonly used in solar installation work.
• Experience in roofing or rooftop labor that supports safe and efficient work on commercial roofs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.