Solar Installer

This role focuses on installing solar panels on existing carports using SolarEdge systems while maintaining exceptional safety and quality standards. You will perform mechanical and electrical installation tasks, manage wiring, and ensure all work meets project specifications and safety requirements.

• Install solar panels on existing carports, ensuring secure mounting and proper alignment.
• Work with SolarEdge systems, including associated components and equipment, following manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform wire management, including routing, securing, and organizing DC circuitry and other wiring to meet safety and quality standards.
• Use mechanical knowledge of solar systems to assemble racking, mounts, and other structural components.
• Lift, hold, and position solar modules and related equipment safely during installation.
• Assist with installation of conduit and other electrical components as required for the solar system.
• Follow installation plans and drawings; use blueprint reading skills where applicable to interpret project layouts.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and fall protection at all times, including harnesses, when working at heights.
• Maintain a strong safety focus by following all site safety procedures, reporting hazards, and participating in safety meetings as needed.
• Support the team in completing installations within scheduled timeframes while maintaining high workmanship standards.
• Inspect completed work for quality, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Keep the work area organized, clean, and free of hazards throughout the shift.

• Experience as a solar installer or in a closely related solar installation role.
• Hands-on experience with solar installation, including mounting solar panels and assembling racking systems.
• Knowledge of SolarEdge systems or similar solar technologies.
• Proficiency in wire management and DC circuitry for solar installations.
• Mechanical knowledge of solar systems, including racking, modules, and related components.
• Ability to lift, hold, and carry solar modules and equipment safely throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time during 10-hour shifts.
• Experience with electrical installation tasks, including working with conduit.
• Familiarity with HVAC, electrical, or mechanical trades in a construction or field environment.
• Ability to use and maintain PPE and fall protection equipment correctly, including harnesses.
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to follow safety protocols consistently.
• Capability to work effectively as part of an installation crew in an outdoor environment.

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints or construction drawings is a plus.
• Prior experience working on carport or elevated solar installations is beneficial.
• Comfort working at heights while using fall protection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality workmanship.
• Ability to adapt to schedule or shift changes as project needs evolve.

You will join a team that places safety at the center of every project and values doing the job right the first time. The work offers consistent hours, hands-on experience with modern solar technologies, and the opportunity to build specialized skills in a growing renewable energy field. You will gain exposure to real-world solar installations, contribute to sustainable energy solutions, and work alongside experienced professionals who support learning and development on the job.

This role is based on an outdoor job site installing solar panels on existing carports. Typical shifts are 10 hours, generally from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with potential adjustments as daylight hours change. The work requires standing for extended periods, working at heights while using fall protection and harnesses, and handling solar modules and equipment throughout the day. You will use PPE, including fall protection, and work with tools and equipment related to solar, electrical, and mechanical installation. The environment is physically demanding and safety-focused, with an expectation that you follow all site safety rules and wear appropriate protective gear at all times.

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

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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 Fullerton,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.