Branch Manager

Description

● Oversee all Operations and Administrative task for designated Branch Location
● Plan and coordinate installations of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems to ensure 
conformance to codes and Freedom Forever standards
● Manage, motivate, and mentor a variety of personnel involved in the installation & 
inspection of solar projects which may include: Crew Lead(s), Roof Lead(s), 
Installer(s), Branch Coordinator, Site Auditors(s), Project Manager, Warehouse 
Specialist(s), and Field Manager
● Evaluate and manage the resources and processes required for the successful 
completion of a high volume of residential and small commercial solar projects
● Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Customer Service, and 
Productivity throughout branch operations
● Ensure that every member of the branch team receives the proper safety training and 
equipment applicable to their position and follows Standard Operating Procedures for 
Safety
● Ensure that “Best Practices” are being consistently applied throughout the branch 
operations
● Remotely assess potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design 
requirements
● Assess system performance or functionality at the system, subsystem, and 
component levels
● Oversee a team that schedules building inspections for solar installation projects
● Remotely monitor work of subcontractors to ensure projects conform to 
specifications, schedules, or budgets
● Provide technical assistance to installers, technicians, or other solar professionals in 
areas such as solar electric systems, solar thermal systems, electrical systems, and 
mechanical systems
● Prepare solar installation project proposals, quotes, budgets, or schedules
● Estimate materials, equipment, and personnel needed for residential or commercial 
solar installation projects
● Identify means to reduce costs, minimize risks, or increase efficiency of solar 
installation projects
● Assures the quality of work produced is acceptable to company standards and 
specification
● Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and the Director of Operations 
to provide accurate installation forecasts and branch performance reporting
● Work to ensure that we are delivering an excellent customer experience and escalate 
customer concerns as necessary
● Follows the safety program established specifically for all installations, site audits, 
inspections, and service calls
● Manage corporate facilities as necessary
● Perform other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Certifications:
  

● High school diploma or GED
  

Experience:
  

● Must have a minimum of 3+ year experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
● Possess good communication skills that will enhance vendor and supplier 
relationships, as well as with the installation team
● Possess strong organizational skills and capable of making decisions without 
constant supervision
● Ability to read and interpret job orders, understands specifications and to read a tape 
measure
● Possess a wide range of carpentry skills to provide accurate remote job assessment
● Capable of learning new skills as needed
● Have knowledge of materials and processes that relate to the company’s products
● Must have a valid state driving license and a clean driving record
● Ability to work in a fast environment
Special Skills & Training:
● Good computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with Company’s 
CRM and ERP systems is a plus
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ABILITIES
  

● Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers
● Regularly spend long hours answering phone calls and emails
● Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly
● Regularly spend long hours in intense concentration reviewing and entering 
information into a computer
● Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects
● Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
● Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand
● Regularly understand the speech of another person
● Frequently work in on projects that require deadlines
● Frequently bend to file and maintain files
● Occasionally lift 5-10 pound

 INDJS1 

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.