Installation Manager

Written By Sierra Burton

Position Overview

The Installation Manager is the conduit between the Management of the cooperative and the installation teams (Residential, Commercial, and Energy Storage) to help them in maintaining our level of workmanship while increasing team efficiency. Installation Manager will work with the Sales Director and Project Management to set attainable goals and will be responsible for the crew's expansion or contraction depending upon the strategic needs of the Co-Op. They will provide Guidance to Project management to set realistic goals for number of jobs per week and will have key input in setting strategic milestones for the Cooperative.

The Installation Manager is responsible for:

1. Supporting, Monitoring, and Supervising Installation teams

  • Responsible for Coordinating trainings, both Safety and Technical skills

  • Consistent and regular communication with crew leads to access crew needs

  • Communicating needs of administrative changes to those responsible (ie.PM,

GM, or Sales)

  • Facilitate timelines for trainings, and input for create training plans for all

  • Installation staff

  • Supporting creation of and adherence to installation SOP’s

  • Leading of Performance reviews and Installation Meetings

  • Support Project Management

  • Assistance with crew designations for specific jobs (playing to strengths or needs

    for experience)

  • Assisting both Installation and PM in constructive and supportive communication

2. Tracking Installation performance

  • Monitoring Key Performance indicators and on site observations to set individual

    plans for needed skills and education, and track progress in crew strength

  • Through Quality Inspections, maintain high standards of installation workmanship

    and craftsmanship.

  • Track and support installation teams to meet key performance goals

4. Being a supportive leader

  • Lead with your heart. Inspire over punishment. As a worker Cooperative with

    seasoned installers we have a culture of professionalism, transparency, love for

    our work and care for one another

5. Design support

  • Assist Sales, Installation teams, and project management in finding solutions for

    complicated projects that are creative, following applicable codes and standards 6. Warehouse Coordination

  • Supervise Warehouse personnel to ensure crews are accurately and efficiently, stocking/restocking installation vehicles and project materials

  • Manage and oversee Warehouse staff to ensure both major and minor equipment are

    “in stock” to allow operational efficiency

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to drive a vehicle during the normal course of business. Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check. Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.

Must have a Electrical Certification License

Must be a motivated team player, looking to succeed

5+ years of construction experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role

Ability to follow instructions, clearly give instructions, learn quickly, and know when to ask

questions

Excellent people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline if necessary

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Professional appearance and customer interaction

Operationally focused; detailed oriented but able to grasp big picture

Must possess a strong work ethic and be able to lead by example

Have a good driving record and maintain a valid Driver’s License

Possess strong mechanical/construction skills

Proficient with MS Excel, MS Word, ang G Suite

Have good people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline when necessary

Knowledge of the NEC and applicable codes and standards

Have CPR and First Aid certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of

continued employment (class costs are reimbursable by the company)

Able and willing to dive deep, get involved and do the things that need to get done

Most importantly, any candidate must fit a company spirit where people work smart, play hard,

have fun and are dedicated to success

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body

Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to: stooping, standing, bending

over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time

Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks

Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday

Ability to set up, secure and climb a 20 foot ladder onto rooftop of various angles and surfaces

Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions

Have adequate visual and hearing acuity to follow instructions; operate machinery and

equipment; and determine accuracy of the work assigned

Ability to work for extended periods of time on surfaces of various heights and angles

HOURS:

Full Time Job - 40 hrs/week, mixture of field and office

BENEFITS:

Generous PTO package

Company HSA plan with 80% Company Individual Match Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays (5) Simple IRA

Option to become Worker Owner of the Co-op after 1 year of employment and election by CoOp owners

California Solar is an equal opportunity employer, Voted “Best Solar Company” and “Best Place to Work” by The Union readers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel may be required

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