The Lead
Installer will be part of Tesla’s Field Energy Operations team. As a leader at
Tesla, the Crew Lead will continuously model to others Tesla standards and
responsibilities including policy compliance, quality standards, and efficiency
goals. The ideal candidate will work cooperatively with team members to
successfully complete the installation and maintenance of energy products
safely and on time.
Responsibilities:
Considered a subject matter expert in energy
system installation and is capable of training and mentoring others, may be
responsible for a group or team
Able to supervise the jobsite and proactively
guides and trains team members to ensure compliance
Able to install and commission energy systems on
roofs including array layout, and mounting hardware based on site conditions
and customers’ needs and expectations
Proactively resolves equipment and system issues
and is able to troubleshoot and overcome obstacles onsite.
Applies advanced knowledge to improve processes
and proactively reviews workmanship onsite
Collaborates with warehouse team to ensure all
materials and equipment necessary for installation are available onsite and
communicates job status to customer and leadership
Able to understand productivity goals and drive
team members to improve efficiency
Ensures that equipment is weather sealed
Performs routine maintenance on energy systems
Capable of completing work both with a team and
as a lone worker
Attend weekly team meetings and mandatory
training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety
Provide an exceptional customer experience to
all customers
Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities
Extensive knowledge of PV equipment and
installation
Experience in roof work, general construction,
or carpentry preferred
Extensive knowledge of electrical wiring and
equipment
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to read building plans and equipment
manuals
Ability to safely handle power tools and
materials such as: ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards, batteries,
and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
Able to bend conduit unassisted.
Excellent customer service and strong written
and verbal communication skills
Computer skills preferred
Excellent attendance is essential for the team
to achieve success
Ability to work well with others in a
collaborative team environment
Travel is mandatory and will vary dependent on
business need. Employees must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time,
several times a year, to various locations within the US.
Education
and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Vocational or technical school training
preferred
Physical
Requirements
Must be able to work at great heights including on rooftops, climbing ladders, and stairs
Must be able to work in extreme environments (example: hot sun, cold, crawl spaces, attic etc.)
Prolonged periods of repetitious duties including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds frequently