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Field Operations Technician

Sunrun · Bolingbrook, IL · $23.99–$31.99 an hour · Full time

Posted Jun 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role can move you between qualifying homes, installing, inspecting and servicing. How do you feel about doing different work from day to day?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible enough to thrive in a role built around cross-training.

Tell me about a time you learned a new skill quickly on the job.

What they are checking: Whether they pick up new tasks fast, which the training program depends on.

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a supervisor about how to do something.

What they are checking: Whether they can raise concerns professionally while still being a good teammate.

Where do you see yourself growing within solar over the next few years?

What they are checking: Whether their goals match the career paths a cross-trained technician can actually follow.

What would you do

You arrive to inspect a system and find something installed wrong. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they document and report problems honestly, even when it's a coworker's work.

How would you explain to a homeowner what you're doing at their house today?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly and respectfully with customers in their home.

How do you stay organized when you have several stops and paperwork for each one?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage a mobile schedule and keep job records accurate.

About the work

What hands-on experience do you have with electrical, roofing or construction work?

What they are checking: Whether they have a practical foundation to build the technical skills the job requires.

What do you do to keep yourself safe on a roof and around electrical equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they already respect fall and electrical hazards, which matter in every part of this job.

A system you visit isn't producing power. What are some of the first things you would check?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic troubleshooting instincts, like breakers, inverter status and monitoring.

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The full job description

As published by Sunrun.

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we’re designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. We’re unlike any other residential energy company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with. Who We Are We’re on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses. About Sunrun Since 2007, Sunrun has grown into America's #1 home solar and battery company. We got here by putting our people’s safety and growth first. That’s why we created the Power+ program: to invest in your skills. We train you to work across different teams—from qualifying homes for solar, to installing, to inspecting the final work, and servicing existing systems. This versatility helps limit reduced hours and enhances job security in an industry affected by seasons. It also means you can solve customer problems in one visit, keeping you safely off the road and moving your career forward. Overview The Hybrid Field Technician supports both the beginning and end of the residential solar installation pipeline by performing site assessments prior to installation, inspections post-install, and other lone worker and team field work as needed for the business. This role is critical in ensuring that every project begins with accurate data and ends with a successful final inspection. You’ll follow dynamic, intraday schedules and work across a variety of job sites, helping ensure each system meets both internal standards and local code requirements. This is a fast-paced, field role ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, customer interaction, and making a daily impact on operational flow. Key Responsibilities • 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 (photos, checklist, notes) verifying inspection readiness. • Discuss system installations with the AHJ and customers. • Review completed installations for determination of readiness for inspection • Work with the AHJ and Customer to schedule inspections Schedule Execution & Field Readiness • Follow daily, intraday schedules that may include both survey and inspection jobs across different locations, while also proactively scheduling work for yourself. • Communicate clearly with internal teams when facing access issues, delays, or discrepancies. • Maintain assigned tools and safety equipment in proper working condition. • Represent the company professionally during all customer-facing interactions. Additional Expectations • Flexibility in working occasional weekends, extended shifts or holidays may be required based on market demand or customer scheduling needs. • Participation in safety briefings, training, or field team huddles. • Drive company-provided or approved vehicles between job sites throughout the workday. Qualifications • High school diploma or GED required. • Previous PV design, PV installation or PV electrical experience (such as reading blueprints or plans, using tools and equipment, testing wiring or circuitry, National Electric Code knowledge, basic electrical theory knowledge, etc.) 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 Physical Requirements • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Ability to climb and work from 30-foot ladders. • Comfortable working in outdoor conditions including heat, cold, and variable weather. • Capable of working in attics and other confined spaces when necessary. • Must be able to walk rooftops of varying slopes and materials. Recruiter: Tommy Carmichael (Thomas.Carmichael@sunrun.com) Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only . It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more. Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $23.99 to $31.99 Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can l earn more here . This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at candidateaccommodations@sunrun.com . Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun

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