Solar Installation Technician

Job Description – Clean Leadership 2026 Program 

Job title: Solar PV Installation Technician

Reports to: Crew Lead, Installation Manager 

Job location: 1880 Hammonds Plains Road 

Wage: $27/h

Hours: 40 hours per week (15-week internship) 

Start Date: Expected April 7, 2026 

Number of Positions: 3

Employment Hiring 

Clean is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. The Clean Leadership Program welcomes applications from qualified self-identifying First Nations, Métis and Inuit people, Racialized Youth, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ applicants. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on our registration form. 

About the Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program 

The Clean Leadership Summer Internship program helps grow the clean economy by matching interns (age 15-30) with employers for 9- and 15-week summer work placements. Participating interns will receive paid hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, take part in a professional development conference and training, while supporting local environmental projects.  

Program Requirements 

• Must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, person who has been granted refugee status in Canada or legally entitled to work in Canada;  

• Must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years old (inclusive) at the start of internship; 

• From and/or will be residing in Nova Scotia for the duration of the internship; 

• Must not be an immediate family member of host employer; 

About the host employer 

Solar Ascent is a small, local solar installation business based in Hammonds Plains, NS. Since 2019, Solar Ascent has installed over 7 megawatts of solar panels for residential and commercial clients all over the province. We are growing our on-site team to install the next 7 megawatts even faster! 

We take pride in being a people centric organization for both our customers and our team. We provide all the necessary training and equipment to ensure that everyone can work safely and competently. We also strive to create an equal opportunity for anyone wishing to get involved in the solar industry here in Nova Scotia. 

Summary of position  

The host employer for this Summer Internship position through the Clean Leadership program will be Solar Ascent. The Installation Technician is a member of the Solar Ascent operations team and represents the company at the work site. They will work as part of the installation team in a safe and professional manner to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at homes and businesses throughout Nova Scotia. The Installation Technician will assist with all labour, materials management and clean-up onsite as well as loading, unloading and transporting materials to and from the shop.  They will report directly to the Crew Lead who will be leading the installation. Training will come from senior staff such as the Crew Leads, the Installation Manager, and the Senior Installation Technicians. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

System Installation 

• Participate in morning risk assessments and safety discussions 

• Load all required project materials into the trailer/truck at the shop 

• Safely secure materials in and on the truck/trailer before driving 

• Assist with site set-up 

• Set up / take down ladders and staging as required 

• Set up and use fall arrest equipment before starting any work at height 

• Install racking system in accordance with the approved system design 

• Mount electrical equipment and conduit in accordance with the approved system design and layout 

• Fish and pull wires through conduit as required 

• Install solar modules and other system components 

• Assist electricians on site if required 

• Take required system photos for record keeping and approvals 

• Assist in keeping shop organized when loading / unloading 

General 

• Record all worked hours in time tracking software at the end of each day 

• Attend all safety talks, team meetings, and other meetings as requested 

Training 

• Solar Ascent offers in-house training in all aspects of solar PV installation including safety, structural, electrical, and design. 

• Externally certified Fall Protection, Aerial Lifts, Scaffolding, and First Aid. 

 

Requirements/Qualifications 

Education 

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 

• Post-secondary education in carpentry or electrical is preferred 

• Equivalent relevant industry experience is preferred 

• Post secondary education in a field related to sustainability or electrical is an asset (electrician, renewable energy, engineering technology, etc.) 

• Current fall arrest, aerial lift training, and first aid certificates are an asset 

Experience 

• 1+ year(s) working in roofing, carpentry, or solar 

• Experience working with electricity preferred 

• Experience working at heights and on ladders preferred 

• Experience working in the renewable energy sector preferred 

• Experience in customer service position is an asset 

Skills 

• Knowledgeable with hand tools and some power tools (drill, impact gun, etc.) 

• Comfortable working at heights and on sloped roofs 

• Comfortable climbing and working from scaffolding, ladders and elevated platforms 

• Able to lift, move and carry materials and equipment weighing 65lbs or more 

• Strong verbal communication skills 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Ability to work within tight deadlines and still get the details right 

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 

Personal Characteristics 

• Zero Call Back Mentality – Quality work means no rework, speed comes second to detail 

• Purpose Driven – We sell efficient, renewable energy not solar panels  

• Inclusive – Everyone’s voice is heard, everyone is respected 

• Safety Minded – Eliminate risks to ourselves, our teammates, our clients and their property 

General 

• Must speak, read and write English fluently.  

• Have a valid driver’s license and have access to a safe and reliable vehicle for commuting to work (1880 Hammonds Plains Road) 

• Adaptable to changing priorities in a high paced work environment. 

• Have an aptitude for safe work practices and the ability to multi-task in a busy work environment; 

• Be able to work productively as part of a team while responding to feedback; 

• Demonstrated interest in future employment in the environmental or clean sector is considered an asset; 

 

Working Conditions 
The job is exclusively focused on outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions. Be prepared to work on hot roofs under the hot sun. 

 

Physical Requirements 
This is a physically demanding job; it requires scaling ladders, lifting and moving heavy equipment, working on sloped surfaces, and wearing a harness and loaded toolbelt all day long.