Entering the solar trade in San Diego, CA, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. These programs typically span two to four years, demanding rigorous training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide, with a significant presence in California. The average wage for solar installation workers in San Diego is approximately $1,400 per week, with experienced professionals earning upwards of $55,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential and significant growth in the renewable energy sector.
Description: Job Summary After more than a decade, Solar Energy continues to be the fastest growing new energy source in the U.S. and around the world, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. This is the perfect time to start your new career with a company that’s been in business for 14 years at the forefront of technology, innovation, operations, financing, and energy solutions. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Solar Energy Consultant to join our growing sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for generating leads, providing information to potential customers, and closing sales to help homeowners and businesses transition to renewable energy. You will educate clients on the benefits of solar energy and the financial savings associated with installing solar panels. With paid training, full-benefits and unmatched industry experience and resources, we provide our sales team with every tool they could possibly need, right at their fingertips. If you want to be a part of the renewable energy industry and the impact it has on our community by beginning or continuing a career that will take you into retirement, look no further. Duties and Responsibilities: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: • Effectively prospect new sales leads and opportunities through face-to-face and door-to-door interactions. • Meet with prospective clients in the field to close deals with homeowners by presenting products that are optimized to the homeowner according to Sol-Up sales strategies and methods. • Replicate sales strategies, approaches, scripts, and methods to uphold Sol-Up’s sales effectiveness so all clients have a consistent experience for maximum results. • Ensure each prospective client and potential customer has a positive experience with Sol-Up. • Attend and complete requested tasks from executive leadership. • Meet targets set by Operations / Sales Manager. • Complete daily reports, area sheets, and responsibilities by the end of each day. • Use designated applications to manage various aspects of the job. • Demonstrate a pleasant and professional disposition with each prospect, client, and employee. • Properly explain the products and services to prospective customers or connect the client with a teammate who can. • Generate leads and follow up with prospects through our tools, technologies, and lists. • Overcome concerns and challenges to close the deal. • Follow up on pipeline and channel sales opportunities. • Generate additional revenue and commissions through networking and referrals. • Identify and assist homeowners in qualifying and transitioning to clean energy. • Schedule homeowners with a free solar consultation. • Represent Sol-Up and our brand with professionalism, integrity, and passion. • Strictly follows quality, safety and workplace behavior standards. • Reports accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager. • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. • Complete other duties as assigned or required. Requirements: Job Qualifications: • Requires 2-3 years of proven sales experience and a track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth. • Ability to obtain or already has a California Home Improvement Sales License through the CA Contractors Board. • Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and self-discipline. • Ability to build and maintain rapport with consumers. • Strong interpersonal skills to create buy-in from clients as a professional representation of Sol-Up. • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, to communicate with staff and customers. • Ability to multitask and respond quickly while maintaining strong organizational and prioritization skills. • Proficient in using software and technology tools for daily functions. • A current, valid driver's license with acceptable driver record and reliable transportation. • Authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements: Must be able to: • Lift or carry up to 30 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned. • Physically access all work areas with or without a reasonable accommodation. • Ability for prolonged periods of time to sit, walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel. • Work in a fast-paced and busy environment. • Work indoors and outdoors, be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, heat, cold, noise, dust, fragrance aromas. Sol-Up is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Compensation: $40,000 - $200,000+ Commission-based only, based on commission pay structure Estimated $120,000 gross earnings per year* • Based upon 48 closed transactions per year • 1099 Independence Schedule: Full-time, must complete essential role responsibilities on a consistent and regular basis based on business demands About Sol-Up Sol-Up has been the backbone of cutting-edge technology while helping revolutionize solar engineering since 2009. We have been installing heterojunction technology on almost all our residential projects due to its superior efficiency and performance under extreme heat conditions. Sol-Up is committed to providing the latest solar energy system technologies at affordable prices in various markets such as Reno, NV, Boise, ID, and Southern California. Sol-Up is more than the premier provider of solar and battery storage systems including solar panels, Tesla Powerwall, and solar installation of solar systems. Sol-Up also offers Tesla Energy Tesla Solar Inverters and Tesla Powerwall 2,Tesla Powerwall+, and the Tesla Powerwall 3. We are a full-service energy solution and conservation company offering top-tier products since 2009. Engineering is our foundation, and we thoughtfully design each system with passion and purpose, customizing your design with your high energy – power bill in mind, not an average power bill. We want to hit your usage with a knockout punch from the Nevada sun. Our NABCEP Certified (the highest Solar Certification) Team provides honesty and integrity when designing your system with cutting edge solar technologies and competitive prices without compromise using our preferred Meyer Burger solar panels, SolarEdge, Tesla, and Enphase Inverter, Amana, HVAC or ProVia windows and doors. We have the proper solution for every household. Bundle up your solar system and save today! #ZR
See More Details >>Cleanleaf is seeking a Solar Technician III to join our growing team! The Solar Technician III is one of the most experienced employees in the field, and they are responsible for leading and training any team members assigned to the team. ABOUT THE ROLE Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Demonstrate integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, as well as a focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis • Supervise, lead, and train any Solar Technician I or Solar Technician II team member assigned to work with the Solar Technician III • Perform Preventive Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards • Perform Corrective Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards, ensuring that the root cause has been identified and corrected • Ensure that work being performed in the area meets or exceeds Cleanleaf O&M standards • Complete assigned tasks safely, correctly, and within the allotted time • Ensure all PPE, tools, and equipment assigned to the employee are accounted for, maintained in good condition, repaired or replaced as required • Interface with SCADA/DAS systems to understand onsite issue with the ability to communicate to both management and customers • Correctly document all work in a Service Visit and Case within Cleanleaf’s CMMS. Correct documentation includes proper grammar and spelling, photography, thermal photography, and completion of checklists • Provide technical support for customer issues as requested • Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Area Supervisor or Regional Manager SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Safety is a core value at Cleanleaf, and the Solar Technician III must: • Read, understand and sign all safety procedures • Attend weekly safety meetings • Receive, inspect, and maintain all required PPE • Complete all required safety training • Ensure every safety incident known to the employee is reported timely and accurately Ensure every safety incident involving the employee is fully investigated, documented and corrective actions are implemented REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes: • High school diploma or equivalent • Must be able to pass a criminal background and motor vehicle record check • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license • Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written • Excellent organizational and leadership skills • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities • Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation and SalesForce systems • Proven experience understanding and implementing OSHA regulations • Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics • Knowledge and understanding of solar plant construction and comprehension of how onsite equipment interacts with the overall plan • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair SCADA/DAS systems which are used to monitor and report onsite performance • Knowledge of and ability to perform IV Curve tracing, determine if an issue exists and repair it • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major solar plant components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, PV modules, etc.) • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major battery storage components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, battery banks, etc.) • Complete courses and maintain advanced inverter certifications • Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined • A passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation WORKING CONDITIONS A Solar Technician III will be required to work under the following conditions: • May be required to travel up to 50% of the time • Required to work more than 90% of the time in the field performing Preventive and Corrective Maintenances • Work in a fast-changing environment which may require quick decisions with limited processes and procedures PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position has the following physical requirements: • Ability to drive a vehicle • Ability to stand for long periods of time • Ability to walk distances up to 5 miles in a day • Ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and the like, maintaining 3 points of contact • Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound • Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces • Required to have visual acuity which includes depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors • Ability to work in outside environments which may include but are not limited to, extreme heat (temperatures above 100℉) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32℉) for periods of more than one hour • Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & CULTURE Cleanleaf uses an internally equitable and externally competitive total cash approach to compensation. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; a comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; access Cleanleaf's wellness platform; and a vacation accrual policy for paid time off. The targeted pay scale for this role is $35/hr-$45/hr. Actual compensation will be based on an assessment of factors including the successful candidate's experience, skill, and other job-related factors. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Cleanleaf values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the renewable energy industry. We seek a diverse candidate pool in this – and every – search. Cleanleaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Cleanleaf complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V. A NOTE TO THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS Cleanleaf’s HR team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. Cleanleaf does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the HR team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Cleanleaf. Cleanleaf is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
See More Details >>Now hiring for a Solar INSTALLERS and APPRENTICES! Now is your chance to learn with experienced Solar technicians!! Compensation: $DOE Employment type: Full Time Install Responsibilities • Go over plan set details for installation • Installation of attachments and racking • Waterproofing penetrations properly • Wire management • Installation of micro inverters / optimizers • Stringing configurations • Roof conduit and penetrations • Installation of modules • Obtain mandatory photos • Basic phone and computer skills • Always maintain safety environment • Complete daily report Ensure high quality and best practices Qualifications: • Experience Preferred but not required. WE WILL TRAIN • Valid driver's license with clean DMV record • Personal hand tools and cordless drills (18 V or equivalent) • Be able to lift 50 lbs regularly throughout the day • Comfortable with heights • Be able to interact professionally with customers • Read and understand blueprints and schematics • Mental toughness to complete installations on schedule What we offer: • Competitive pay • 401k Match • $15,000 paid term life insurance • 100% paid employee med • PTO • Paid holidays • Dental insurance • Vision insurance Action Air Conditioning, Heating and Solar's service and installation technicians are the best in skill, attitude and training. Over 45 years serving San Diego County, as well as Southern Riverside and Southern Orange Counties, is a testament to our commitment to our customers. Work for one of the largest and well-respected HVAC and Solar companies in San Diego - Action Air Conditioning, Heating & Solar. We promote an enjoyable working environment with a family like culture.
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