Field Director (residential & commercial solar)

Field Director – Solar Installation (Residential & Commercial)

Los Angeles, CA | Full-Time | Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience

Are you a dedicated individual who takes pride in his craftsmanship? Are you interested in working with a solar company that has truly stood the test of time? If being true to your craft and upholding the highest standards of workmanship means something to you, we want to hear from you.

Treepublic is one of the longest-standing and leading commercial, institutional, and residential developers and installer/EPCs of renewables and energy storage systems in the U.S. With a 15-year history of exceptional service, we take pride in the work of our exemplary team of elite installers and staff, based at our headquarters in Hawthorne, CA. We support projects across California, Arizona, Utah, and beyond.

About Us

Treepublic - Ranked Top 250 in the US (+Top 10 in LA on Yelp, BuildZoom, EnergySage, etc.) and have one of the best track records for quality work. We instill a sense of pride in solar craftsmanship. We are a leading LA-based solar company that installs residential and commercial systems throughout Southern California.

We specialize in both residential and commercial installations. With a commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability, we’re growing fast - and looking for a reliable, experienced, and driven Field Director to lead our field operations and report to our c-suite executives.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on and knowledgeable Field Director to oversee our solar installation teams across Southern California. This role will be responsible for supervising field crews, managing project schedules, conducting site visits, ensuring job-site safety, and maintaining installation quality across all projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Supervise and manage multiple residential and commercial solar installation teams in the field

- Schedule and coordinate installation projects to meet deadlines and efficiency targets

- Conduct regular site visits to ensure quality assurance and safety compliance

- Act as a direct liaison between field crews and project managers/office staff

- Train and enforce safety protocols related to ladder use, fall protection, electrical work, and job-site hazards

- Review and interpret solar blueprints and electrical schematics

- Ensure teams are compliant with OSHA 30 standards and internal safety procedures

- Support ongoing improvements to field operations and crew performance

Qualifications:

- Minimum 5 years of experience in solar installation (residential and/or commercial)

- 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in the solar or construction industry

- OSHA 30 Certification required

- Strong understanding of solar installation methods, materials, tools, and safety procedures

- Experience with job-site hazard identification and risk mitigation

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics

- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

- Ability to travel locally to job sites across the Los Angeles area

Preferred Qualifications:

- CPR/First Aid Certified

- Electrical knowledge or certification

- Experience with safety training and crew development

- NABCEP certification (a plus, not required)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $50,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person