Roof Lead
Description
Position Summary:
Freedom Forever is seeking a skilled and motivated Roof Lead to join our Illinois installation team. As a Roof Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the assembly, installation, and maintenance of residential solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. You’ll lead the roof crew, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and applicable codes.
This is a high-impact leadership role offering competitive pay, install bonuses, full benefits, and clear advancement opportunities in a fast-growing solar company known for innovation and quality.
Pay range: $25 to $30/hr. + biweekly bonuses + benefits
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive company vehicle to and from job sites.
- Load and unload project materials and equipment.
- Assemble and install roof components and PV systems safely and efficiently.
- Perform electrical work related to PV arrays and final wiring.
- Lead and assign tasks to the roof crew at the installation site.
- Maintain constant communication with the onsite crew lead.
- Ensure installations follow Freedom Forever plan sets and quality standards.
- Flash penetrations to maintain waterproofing and system integrity.
- Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and company policies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes (NFPA-70, IRC, IFC, CA-T24, etc.).
- Provide feedback and recommendations for process improvements.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- Proven experience in solar PV installation and team leadership.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong understanding of PV systems and installation practices.
- Ability to read and interpret plan sets and technical instructions.
- Skilled in using hand and power tools.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.
- Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
- Comfortable standing, climbing, kneeling, and working on rooftops for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity for detailed work.
- Ability to work in physically demanding and outdoor environments.
Travel Requirements:
- Must be able to travel to job sites as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and insurance required.
- Must be able to drive a personal or company vehicle.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- $50K Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- HSA & FSA Options
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Biweekly Bonuses
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Additional Requirements:
- Must pass a criminal history check, MVR check, and 9-panel drug screen.
- This is an on-site role based in Illinois — remote work is not available.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS (Employee is required to travel for business purposes, not including commute to and from work.) If required to travel, must have a valid Driver's License/Insurance and the ability to drive a personal vehicle to different sites.
High Priority
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following: Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene.
Job based in Illinois not seeking remote employee