About this role
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. $38.00-$45.00/Hour DOE