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Job Description

Brief Description of Sunnova


Sunnova (NYSE: NOVA) is an industry-leading adaptive energy services company focused on making clean energy more accessible, reliable, and affordable for homeowners and businesses.

At Sunnova, we embrace diverse perspectives, vibrant creativity and forward-thinkers who share our zeal for a sustainable future. A career with us means pushing beyond traditional limits, exploring new horizons, collaborating with like-minded peers, and transforming the energy industry for the better.

If you're excited about being a part of the fastest-growing segment of the energy industry, we encourage you to apply!


The Solar Helper Position

Sunnova Energy is searching for a Solar Helper for our Maintenance and Service group. Sunnova owns and maintains a distributed fleet of residential solar systems across 30+ states and several U.S. territories. All monitoring and inbound customer service calls are handled in-house. We utilize a highly skilled team of technicians as well as third-party service partners, to maintain and service our fleet. The Solar Helper’s primary responsibility is to assist Solar Technicians with maintaining the performance of the solar systems, provide excellent customer service to our Customers, ensure a smooth workflow, and optimally performing solar systems.

Solar Helper Responsibilities

Assists Solar Technician in performing maintenance and service tasks for solar customers in assigned territories

Assists Solar Technician in evaluating systems accurately for maintenance, warranty, design, and other purposes

Assists Solar Technician in providing Tier 1 troubleshooting for all performing solar systems

Develops knowledge of all roof types, the appropriate flashings, and mounts, while working at various heights

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED)

0-1+ year experience as an electrical technician, solar installer, or solar maintenance technician

Current, valid Driver's license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

Proficient in speaking, reading and writing English

Electrical training

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA 30 Certified

Formal electrical apprenticeship and/or vocational training

0-1 + years’ labor experience in electrical trade, general construction, or mechanical experience

0-1 + years in the Solar Electric Industry

Bilingual, English and Spanish

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organized and maintains a professional appearance

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Working Conditions

Location varies depending on job sites

Estimated 25% travel with 25% overnight stays

Able to work an adjusting schedule and respond to emergencies

Driving Required; Valid Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Report required

Physical Requirements

· Long hours spent outside of residential rooftops, driving to customer residencies, some ground and rooftop work

· Various weather conditions include cold and snowy, hot and humid, and everything in between; must be comfortable working in different environments

· Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; assistance may be provided for oversized items

· Able to sit, stand, walk, and drive for up to 8 hours at a time

· Work postures include reaching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, squatting, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, and handling objects above/below the shoulder

Benefits

Sunnova offers a generous employee reward package that includes:

Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, healthcare flexible spending account, and 401(k) with employer match.

Paid time off, including 10 holidays and Paid Parental Leave

Cell phone allowance for many roles

Free access to onsite fitness center in Houston and/or discounted fitness memberships through health provider

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