Commercial Solar Foreman

Job Title: Commercial Solar/Roofing Foreman

Location: Kansas City, MO 64108 (In Person)

Start Date: Immediately

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $38.00–$45.00/hour  - phone stipend, 401(k) match, full health benefits, and weekly pay

We're hiring a Commercial Solar Foreman to lead our solar installation crews in Kansas City. You'll run the roof day to day - setting the pace on safety, quality, and production—and because solar work isn't always back-to-back, you'll also lead and perform commercial roofing work between solar projects. If you want steady, year-round work and a real path to grow, this is it.

Why Join J.R. & Co.

• Real advancement - many of our leaders started on our crews


• Safety-first culture where everyone goes home the way they came in


• Competitive pay, weekly, plus a full benefits package and a company truck


• Backed by an A+ BBB rating and recognition from the industry's top manufacturers

What You'll Do

• Lead daily jobsite operations, setting the standard for safety, quality, and production.


• Lead and develop the crew—productivity, accountability, and accurate time tracking.


• Direct solar PV installs: racking and mounting, module placement, array layout, and watertight flashing.


• Coordinate with electricians and subcontractors on wiring, interconnection, and inspection readiness.


• Lead and perform commercial roofing work when solar projects are light.


• Coordinate with superintendents, project managers, customers, and trades on scope and scheduling.


• Manage materials, equipment, weather monitoring, end-of-day protection, and tool/vehicle care.


• Keep projects on schedule and within labor-hour targets while enforcing OSHA compliance.

What You'll Need

• OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred); able to obtain required equipment-operation certifications


• Familiarity with solar PV systems, racking/mounting hardware, and array layouts, plus jobsite electrical safety practices


• Ability to obtain security clearance for military and secured job sites


• Familiar with SMACNA standards and construction best practices


• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, site plans, PV/electrical layouts, and specifications


• Strong leadership and communication skills


• Solid critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills


• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to learn new systems


• Embodies our values: Family Culture, JR Attitude (humble & teachable), Extreme Ownership, and a growth mindset

Education & Experience

• Minimum 3 years construction experience


• Minimum 2–3 years solar PV installation experience (commercial preferred)


• Minimum 2–3 years roofing-specific experience, with the willingness to perform roofing work as needed


• Experience with solar racking/mounting systems and roofing materials including TPO, EPDM, Modified Bitumen, metal roofing, and coping

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Pass initial drug test and participate in the random drug-test program


• Willing to travel


• Able to perform elevated work (rooftops, heights)


• Frequently lift and carry 50 lbs or greater


• Frequent bending, kneeling, and walking


• Outdoor work in all weather (8+ hours per day)

Benefits & Compensation

• $38.00–$45.00/hour DOE


• Weekly pay


• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Paid time off an parental leave


• 401(k) with company match


• Fringe Benefit sub-plan (where applicable)


• Company-issued phone or phone stipend

Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday–Friday


• Overtime and weekend work as the job requires

Ready to lead and build something great? Apply today—we review applications promptly.

J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. J.R. & Co., Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit www.e-verify.gov. All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.