Real Solar

Real Solar Real Solar is a team solar professionals providing high-quality installation services. We will talk to your electric company and set up the interconnect.

We design solar systems for residential, agricultural, government entities, and commercial. We package everything from the initial design, installing the racking, installing the solar panels, and all the electrical work that goes into hooking it up to the grid or batteries. We are a full service solar company!

In case you didn't hear: We're merging with Wolf Track Energy! We're excited for what the future holds and look forward ...
10/24/2023

In case you didn't hear: We're merging with Wolf Track Energy!

We're excited for what the future holds and look forward to continuing serving your renewable energy needs.

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The merger means Wolf Track Energy will be able to reach more customers across northern Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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12/22/2022

Real Solar wants to wish all our friends a wonderful holiday season!!

REAL Solar wants to wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving. We will be closed Nov. 24th and 25th for the holiday w...
11/23/2022

REAL Solar wants to wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving. We will be closed Nov. 24th and 25th for the holiday weekend spending time with our families.

We have had a busy summer and fall. Still going strong into winter. Check out some of our awesome installs this year.
11/17/2022

We have had a busy summer and fall. Still going strong into winter. Check out some of our awesome installs this year.

REAL Solar would like to wish you all a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!!
09/02/2022

REAL Solar would like to wish you all a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!!

08/29/2022

REAL Solar - recognized in "Top Solar Contractors" , Solar Power World, July 2022

07/13/2022

Solar Installation Technician Job Description

REAL Solar is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Solar Installation Technician to join our team! We are a solar design-build company headquartered along Hwy 371 in Backus, MN.

This role will be to work with a team to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or on the ground of homes and businesses.

The ideal candidate will be able to learn and adapt quickly and will have a passion for learning basic energy system construction, terminology, and concepts. This position is an hourly role that requires working outside in sometimes extreme environments, working at heights, and prolonged periods of repetitious duties including lifting, bending, and standing.

Job Responsibilities:

Configure, install, inspect, and maintain solar PV systems for customers.
Read and execute plan sets.
Follow building standards, safety codes, and manufacturer specifications.
Label, install, and terminate electrical wiring.
Manage time and tasks effectively with a sense of urgency.
Provide an exceptional customer experience to all customers.
Other tasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications:

Knowledge of electrical systems and solar-powered equipment preferred but not required.
Experience in roof work, general construction, or carpentry preferred.
Ability to operate equipment like a skid-steer or forklift is preferred
Ability to safely handle power tools, hand tools as well as materials such as ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards, batteries and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent attendance is essential for the team to achieve success.
Travel is mandatory and will vary dependent on business needs. Employees must be able to occasionally travel for up to four days at a time.
Current DOT Physical is required to drive company vehicles.
Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work at heights, must be able to work in extreme environments, must be able to perform prolonged periods of repetitious duties, and must be able to lift at least 50 pounds frequently.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Competitive and based on experience

Schedule: Monday to Thursday

Work Location: Headquarters in Backus, MN

Details:

· Benefits after 60 days of service include health, SIMPLE IRA match, and paid time off.

REAL Solar is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, age, national origin, disability, s*xual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:

10 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):

Are you willing to work based out of Backus MN?
Experience:

Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
Electrical wiring: 1 year (Preferred)
Roofing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road

We appreciate all who have served and continue to serve our great USA.
05/27/2022

We appreciate all who have served and continue to serve our great USA.

Address

3963 8th Street SW
Backus, MN
56435

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12189473779

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REAL Solar’s Story

HISTORY

The Rural Renewable Energy Alliance (RREAL) was founded after Jason Edens & BJ Allen obtained solar panels destined for a landfill and installed them on the roof of their home in Bemidji to reduce their energy costs. That evolved into helping others in the rural Minnesota community break down the financial barriers to accessing the benefits of solar PV and solar thermal technologies. RREAL grew and also offered solar design-build services in central Minnesota and across the rest of the state from 2000 to 2013.

In 2014, the Design-Build program began operating as REAL Solar, a self-standing subsidiary of RREAL. Based out of a solar-powered office and installation headquarters along Hwy 371 near Backus, MN, we have designed and constructed over 3 megawatts of solar installations ranging through the residential, commercial, off-grid, utility, and government markets. We are comprised of a cohesive team of skilled builders & engineers that honor our humble, grass roots beginnings with a commitment to our mission of providing the highest value solar installations for every customer. We craft lasting solutions that meet individual needs and goals, so everyone can realize all of the benefits that solar power has to offer. Our team is guided by the following values;

Integrity - in the entire process from your initial inquiry with our non-commissioned sales staff to our construction crew handing over the keys of a newly installed system.