Job Description:
Solar gave you skills. We'll give you a career. The solar industry has left a lot of talented, skilled workers in a difficult position. At Renaissance Historic Exteriors, we see something others miss: solar installers are uniquely prepared for historic restoration trades work. You're height-comfortable. You're safety-minded. You understand roof systems, tools, and the discipline of precise, consequence-heavy installation work. We'll take those skills and build on them. You'll train alongside master craftsmen in slate, tile, copper, and historic preservation techniques — earning while you learn, in a trade with genuine long-term career depth. Historic restoration specialists are rare and in demand nationally. This is not a lateral move — it's an upgrade. WHY YOUR SOLAR BACKGROUND IS AN ASSET:Comfort and competence at heights, on pitched surfaces, with fall-protection systems. Experience with roof structure, weather sealing, and precision layout. Safety culture and situational awareness that general laborers often lack. Mechanical aptitude and a trained eye for system-level thinking. Work ethic developed in a results-oriented, high-accountability environment. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN & DO:Historic roofing restoration with natural slate, clay tile, and architectural copper. Flashing, waterproofing, and steep-slope techniques specific to landmark structures. Hands-on work on State Capitols, churches, universities, and National Register properties. Progression through our apprenticeship structure into a fully specialized historic tradesperson role.
WHAT WE OFFER:
$25–$40/hr — starting rate reflects your transferable skills, not a fresh-start penalty. Group Health, Dental & Vision Insurance after 90 days. Formal apprenticeship track with advancement milestones and pay increases. Year-round work with a company that has grown continuously since 1992.Travel per diem for Midwest project assignments.
