Solar Foreman

Position: Solar Foreman Company: Jefferson Energy Location: Indianapolis, IN Reports To: Solar Project Manager Travel: Up to 75% (company-paid lodging, transportation, and per diem). Schedule: ● Full time ● Overtime when required ● Monday-Thursday if traveling out of state, Monday-Friday if in state ● Prevailing wage work options Compensation and Benefits: ● Competitive salary based on experience ($30/hr-$40/hr) ● PTO (>6 Months 40 Hours, >12 Months 80 Hours, >36 Months 120 Hours, up to 40 hour rollover/year) ● Company-provided Healthcare (full employee-only medical insurance) ● Optional Vision & Dental ● Optional 401(k) (25% 401k match up to 8% of pay) ● Continuing education & advancement opportunities Position Summary: The Solar Foreman leads, manages, and trains field crews on commercial and industrial solar projects ranging from 250 kW to 5 MW+, including large rooftop and ground-mount systems. This role ensures work is executed safely, efficiently, and according to Jefferson Energy’s standards for quality, workmanship, and professionalism. The Foreman serves as the technical expert and complete-site lead, responsible for production, safety compliance, layout, QC, documentation, and communication with both internal leadership and customers when needed. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Leadership, Training & Oversight: ● Lead, supervise, and mentor crews ranging from 4–20+ depending on project scale. ● Train crew members on installation sequencing, safety practices, tool use, quality standards, and production expectations. ● Delegate tasks clearly and effectively while maintaining accountability for crew performance. ● Uphold and model company core values: Partnership, Transparency, Impact, and Grit. Project Execution: ● Oversee daily operations for C&I solar projects including racking, module installation, wire management, grounding, and AC/DC interface coordination. ● Conduct preconstruction layout, including array positioning, mechanical staging, and preliminary electrical routing. ● Preplan, Request, and Verify Jobsite materials needed to complete project scope. ● Perform string and circuit verification, ensuring correct polarity, labeling, and compliance with plans and code. ● Coordinate with AC Leads, Mechanical Leads, subcontractors, and temp labor. Quality & Safety: ● Perform daily quality checks, correcting deficiencies in real time. ● Lead all onsite safety efforts including toolbox talks, PPE compliance, and safety documentation. ● Utilize QC/QA inspection tools including torque verification equipment, string testers, and thermal imaging. Communication & Documentation: ● Complete daily logs, production updates, material inventories, and upcoming work plans. ● Communicate with the Project Manager and customers when the PM is unavailable. ● Utilize drones for documentation (when appropriate and certified). Close-Out: ● Assist with punch lists, system cleanup, labeling, and commissioning support as required. Required Qualifications & Skills: ● 3–5 years C&I solar experience. ● 5+ years of experience leading field crews. ● Advanced plan-reading skills including one-lines, layout drawings, and spec sheets. ● Proficiency with torque tools, mapping tools, QC instrumentation, and thermal imaging. ● Ability to repeatedly lift 75+ lbs and work at varying roof heights. ● Strong attention to detail and ability to model high standards of workmanship. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: ● State electrical licensure (any level) ● OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 ● First Aid/CPR ● Forklift / Telehandler ● MEWP / Lull certifications ● NABCEP PV Associate or PV Installation Professional ● JobTread familiarity Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Out of town work is required for this role and the typical schedule is 4 days on with 3 overnights and 3 days off. Do you have the ability to travel out of state overnight for up to 75% of the year based on project needs? Experience: C&I Solar : 3 years (Required) leading field crews: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Indianapolis, IN 46278 (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred) Work Location: In person