Solar Installation Technician

Pittsburgh, PAOnsiteFull Time$23–$27 /hrPosted 1 day ago

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Required skills

solar panels
residential rooftops
blueprints
site plans
wiring systems
batteries
accessories
system maintenance
OSHA safety
high school diploma

Nice to have

construction
mechanical work
technical drawings
communication skills
professional attitude
ladders

Role summary

Ethical Energy is seeking a skilled Solar Installation Technician for an on-site, full-time role in York, PA. This position involves hands-on installation of residential solar systems, including panels, batteries, and accessories, from the ground up. The technician will read blueprints, ensure safe and efficient installation up to code, and perform system maintenance. The ideal candidate is a safety-conscious problem-solver with experience or interest in construction/mechanical work, blueprint reading, tool familiarity, and a willingness to learn.

🌞 Join Our Team as a Solar Installation Technician!

Location: On-Site / York, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Hourly: $23-$27

About the Role

Are you ready to be part of something bigger than just a job? At Ethical Energy, we’re on a mission to power homes with clean, renewable energy—and we’re looking for a skilled Solar Installation Technician to join our growing crew. In this hands-on role, you’ll play a key part in building residential solar systems from the ground up. No two days are the same, and every project helps create a cleaner future for our communities.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Solar Installation Technician, you'll help bring solar projects to life by working directly on rooftops and job sites. You’ll work closely with your crew to ensure systems are installed safely, efficiently, and up to code. Your day-to-day will include:

✅ Installing solar panels on residential rooftops
✅ Reading blueprints and site plans to guide your work
✅ Assembling and wiring systems, including batteries and accessories
✅ Troubleshooting and performing system maintenance
✅ Ensuring OSHA safety practices at all times
✅ Staying up-to-date through ongoing training

Who You Are

You’re a problem-solver who likes working outdoors, with your hands, and as part of a tight-knit crew. You’re safety-conscious, reliable, and take pride in your work. If you're looking to build a career in renewable energy, this is the place to start.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:
🔧 Experience or interest in construction or mechanical work
📘 The ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
💬 Good communication skills and a professional attitude on job sites
🔩 Familiarity with tools, ladders, and safety procedures
🧠 A willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, team environment

Basic Qualifications

✔ High School Diploma or GED
✔ Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
✔ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights
✔ Comfortable standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing for extended periods

Why Ethical Energy?

We’re not just building solar systems—we’re building careers. At Ethical Energy, you’ll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team that values hard work, safety, and a shared mission to create a cleaner world.

Ready to make an impact and grow with us?

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