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Roof Installer

$48k to $56k

Brooklyn, NYPosted Oct 28, 2026

Against the Brooklyn typical range

Job description

Roof Installer Location: NYC Metro Area (Field-Based — travels to job sites across the boroughs) Hours: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (hours may vary based on business needs) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Roof Installation Manager About the Role Brooklyn Solar. Works is looking for hands-on, safety-focused Roof Installers to join our rooftop solar installation crews.

In this role, you'll work as part of a 3-5 person team. As a Solar Installer, you will load materials to rooftops, use plan sets to build support structures, and follow electrical diagrams to wire up solar arrays. You'll travel to job sites throughout the day, work closely with your crew lead and teammates, and help build safe, code-compliant solar installations from start to finish.

If you like staying active, working with your hands, and being part of a mission-driven team, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

Maintain compliance with all OSHA safety rules and protocols for the company. Drive to the associated job locations for each day’s appointment, as assigned by Crew lead/ Manager. Move materials around jobsites, including hoisting to roof Assemble and install the support structure for solar PV panels according to building codes, manufacturing specification and standards.

Waterproof roof penetrations. Wire up solar arrays to BSW specs according to the 3-line diagram. Clean up job sites and safely lower materials from off the roof after job completion. Communicate with the crew lead and rest of the team on the day's activities. Remain on site until the crew lead/ manager clears the team to leave.

Carry out additional duties as required by Crew lead/Manager.

What We're Looking For

Valid NYS Driver's License with a clean driving record (3-year clean driving history required) 40 hr SST is required 2 years of construction experience Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand, walk, and climb stairs/ladders Comfort working at heights and on ladders Strong attention to detail Excellent time management Ability to travel and work irregular hours Additional Details Travel: 90% Compensation & Perks Compensation: $23-$27/per hour Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — BSW covers 100% of employee premiums on select medical plans 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth) with 4% tiered company matching — eligible after 6 months Quarterly profit-sharing bonus Paid Time Off + 11 company holidays Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit (MTA Metro.

Card) HSA and FSA options Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) About Brooklyn Solar. Works Founded in 2015, Brooklyn Solar. Works is a solar design and installation firm on a mission to make solar appealing, easy, and accessible for NYC homeowners. We've pioneered a one-of-a-kind solar canopy designed specifically for urban rooftops — and with over 3,000 installations across the five boroughs, we make solar possible where others can't.

We're a mission-driven team that believes in sustainable growth, work-life balance, and putting our people first. At Brooklyn Solar. Works, you'll find a diverse community of local New Yorkers who work hard and have fun — resourceful problem solvers full of creative ideas, committed to the team's success, and deeply passionate about building a cleaner, more resilient city.

Don't just take our word for it: 97% of employees report having a positive working relationship with coworkers 92% say they would recommend BSW as a great place to work 92% feel they are treated respectfully and fairly Recognition we're proud of: 2023, 2024, 2025: Solar Power World's Top Contractors 2024: Forbes Home's Best Solar Companies in New York 2024: City & State's Trailblazers in Clean Energy Find us on social media — IG, Tik.

Tok, and Facebook: @brooklynsolarworks | Twitter: @bksolarworks Brooklyn Solar. Works is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

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