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Warehouse Specialist

Sunrun · Bolingbrook, IL · $18.03–$24.04 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role covers receiving, shipping, building jobs and inventory accuracy. Which of those have you done before?

What they are checking: Whether they have relevant warehouse experience across the duties the posting names.

Tell me about a time you helped improve how a storage area was organized.

What they are checking: Whether they care about cleanliness and organization, which the posting calls out.

Installers need their materials early in the morning. How do you feel about early start times?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably support a schedule built around crews leaving on time.

Tell me about a time you made a mistake at work. What did you do about it?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes openly, which keeps small errors from becoming big ones.

What would you do

You're receiving a delivery and the count doesn't match the packing slip. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they catch and document discrepancies before they become inventory errors.

A crew calls from a job site saying they're missing parts. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they act with urgency and find out why it happened so it doesn't repeat.

About the work

What does building a job mean to you, and how would you make sure an install crew gets everything they need?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that a missing part can stop an entire crew's day on a roof.

Are you certified on a forklift, and how do you operate safely in a busy warehouse?

What they are checking: Whether they can move heavy materials like panels and batteries safely.

How do you handle solar panels and batteries so they don't get damaged?

What they are checking: Whether they understand fragile and heavy product handling, since damaged modules are costly.

How do you keep inventory counts accurate in the system day to day?

What they are checking: Whether they scan and log consistently, since accurate inventory drives scheduling and ordering.

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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. Overview The Warehouse Specialist plays a key role in Sunrun Operations by ensuring material is safely and accurately stored in our warehouses and then deployed to our installers. This role is responsible for receiving, shipping, building jobs, inventory accuracy, and warehouse cleanliness. Learn more HERE , from Jaron on Sunrun’s Warehouse team. Jaron gets excited to come to work each day because he has the autonomy to innovate and has full support from the management team. He chose Sunrun because of the endless growth opportunities and the value he is able to bring to customers and Sunrun as a whole. Responsibilities/The Impact • Maintain an organized, standard warehouse layout and manage all material movement throughout the warehouse. Ensure the safety and security of all warehouse inventory and equipment • Operate a forklift to unload shipments, process receipts, and put away material to maintain inventory accuracy. • Perform transactions in Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Tool to account for material movement including: receiving, stocking, issuing, and returning to vendor • Drive inventory accuracy and integrity through daily cycle counts and physical inventory checks • Maintain auditable records and operate based on defined standards in the shipping and receiving of all warehouse materials • Work with our branch planning and replenishment teams to offer feedback on appropriate stocking levels as needed • Deliver materials through accurately pulling and staging job kits in advance of install scheduled dates and pull misc. materials through our will call process • Collaborate with the Electrification Operations partners in the field to ensure fast morning mobilization of our installation crews (i.e. loading jobs the night before, supporting drop shipping, etc.) • Partner with the Service Team to ensure accurate and timely processing of material that needs to be returned to the vendor Qualifications/How You Will Be Successful • Warehouse Management Software (WMS) experience, Oracle experience preferred • Bonus points for previous Warehouse or forklift operation experience • Identify as a problem solver who can proactively take the lead in forwarding new insights or work methods, with the ability to quickly adapt or change priorities • Understand the importance of safety policies and procedures, identify and report safety hazards and encourage others to value safety in their work • Proven record of working well in a group, encouraging a team climate, coordinating with others and offering help where needed to reach a common goal 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: $18.03 to $24.04 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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