Field Operations Technician

Sunrun

Field Operations Technician performing site assessments and post-installation inspections for residential solar projects. Collaborating with installation teams to ensure project readiness and compliance.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeDes Plaines • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $24 - $32 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Visit customer homes to collect detailed measurements, photographs, and structural/electrical data required for solar design.
Accurately assess roof conditions, electrical service panels, and property features using standardized tools and protocols.
Climb ladders, walk rooftops, and conduct attic inspections as required.
Submit all survey data in a timely, complete, and accurate manner using mobile field tools.
Perform post-installation inspection visits to ensure project readiness for final AHJ inspection or utility approval.
Confirm installed systems match approved plans and meet workmanship, code, and safety standards.
Collaborate with install teams and project managers to resolve inspection-related issues as needed.
Provide documentation verifying inspection readiness.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required.
Previous PV design, PV installation or PV electrical experience is helpful with a minimum of one year of field construction experience preferred.
Comfortable working on roofs, using ladders, and working in tight or elevated spaces.
Familiarity with basic hand tools, measuring devices, and mobile technology.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.
OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
Must be 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Plan + Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacations/Holidays
Paid Baby Bonding Leave
Employee Discounts
PowerU - 100% Funded Education Programs
Employee Donation Matching
Volunteer Hour Rewards

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Hard Skills & Tools

PV designPV installationPV electrical experiencefield construction experiencemeasuring devicesstandardized procedures

Soft Skills

attention to detailcollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

OSHA 10 certificationOSHA 30 certificationhigh school diplomaGED