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Overview
The Staff Site Survey Technician is responsible for performing site surveys on upcoming Projects. A Sunrun Site Survey is required on all Projects in order to provide the Design and Engineering group the required information to accurately build and permit the project plans for installation.
Responsibilities
- Perform Site Survey appointments as scheduled, collecting site information and preparing deliverable packages for downstream teams
- Provide detailed information regarding Structural, Electrical systems
- Provide detailed roof quality information and measurements
- Use Sunrun provided equipment to take and capture clear photos of site survey deliverables
- Safely perform sUAS (drone) operations in residential areas that are FAA approved for flight
- Create a positive customer experience, discussing Project details, documenting and communicating concerns internally
- Use software systems to record progress of various tasks in a timely manner
- Ensure a clean handoff on Projects to internal teams and take action when necessary to keep the Project pipeline moving
- Support the branch admin team with organization as it pertains to Site Survey deliverables
- Perform more complex Site Surveys
- Support Site Technicians workload (balancing projects, absences, training blocks, etc.)
- Lite Commercial Site Surveys
- Perform site survey work on large commercial projects (multi-family units)
- Averaging 200KW+ and sometimes 10-15 large buildings
- Work around 3-phase electrical systems 400amp or more
- Understand OSHA safety requirements when working on commercial projects
- Wear heavy duty electrical PPE when performing electrical work past dead fronts
- Survey commercial carports for solar installation
- Process and organize large amounts of data (forms, photos, docs, etc.) on jobs that could take 2-3 days to complete
- Map and fly multiple drone missions for large scale projects
- Work with the multi-family team on scheduling/setting up these projects
- Engage with property and maintenance management to gain knowledge, access, and help performing these projects
- Review and QC completed projects by Sr. Site Technicians
- Must be FAA Part 107 licensed and Sunrun drone trained
- May support other fuctions (e.g. Inspections and Permitting)
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Qualifications
- High School diploma is preferred
- 1-3+ years of previous field construction experience preferred
- PV design or PV Electrical experience is preferred
- Drone experience and/or Remote Pilot rating for sUAS commercial operations is preferred but not required
- PV installation experience is preferred
- Knowledge of local jurisdictional code requirements is preferred
- 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
- Within 90 days of employment, must pass the FAA Part 107 knowledge exam and acquire a Remote Pilot rating for sUAS commercial operations
- Must be a motivated team player, looking to succeed
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to interact with customers in a courteous and professional manner
- Strong computer skills
Physical Demands
- Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance
- Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently)
- Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height
- Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces which requires kneeling and crouching
- Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity
- Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching
- Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment
- Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings
- Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage
- Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions
Recruiter:
Charles Smith (Charles.Smith@sunrun.com)
Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to acts, such as The Equal Pay Transparency Act. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation listed. Candidates in locations outside this local area may have a different starting salary range for this opportunity which may be higher or lower. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.
Starting salary/wage for this opportunity:
$29.62 to $39.49
Sunrun provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, a wellbeing program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility, based on both company and individual performance, as well as short- and long-term incentives and program-specific awards. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. Please note: Employee benefits do not apply to our Fusion and Street Sales roles, which are 100% commission-based, (1099-NEC) positions.
This description sets forth the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as some of the essential functions of this role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all essential duties and qualifications. If you have a disability or special need that may require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process or to perform this role if you are offered employment, please let us know by contacting us at candidateaccomodations@sunrun.com.
Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging drives our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal convictions, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.