Real-Time Review (RTR) Specialist

SpartanX LLC

Department: Inspections
Reports To: Inspections Leadership
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: To Be Determined

Position Summary

The Real-Time Review (RTR) Specialist is responsible for reviewing residential solar installation and inspection documentation in real time to verify accuracy, completeness, workmanship, and compliance with applicable requirements.

This position serves as a critical quality checkpoint between field operations and inspection completion. The RTR Specialist works directly with field technicians and internal departments to identify deficiencies, communicate required corrections, and help prevent avoidable inspection failures, repeat visits, and project delays.

The ideal candidate combines residential solar knowledge, technical judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Core Responsibilities

Real-Time Inspection Review

• Review field-submitted photographs, inspection documentation, and installation details as they are received.
• Verify that documentation meets company standards and applicable inspection requirements.
• Identify missing photographs, incomplete documentation, installation deficiencies, and potential compliance issues.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to field technicians while they are on-site.
• Verify that identified deficiencies have been appropriately addressed before closing the review.
• Maintain timely review turnaround to minimize field delays.

Technical Quality & Compliance

• Review residential solar PV installation components, including inverters, disconnects, electrical panels, conduit, labeling, grounding, and related equipment.
• Identify potential discrepancies between approved plans and installed equipment.
• Apply working knowledge of NEC requirements, AHJ standards, and company installation procedures.
• Recognize technical issues requiring additional review by qualified electrical or operational personnel.
• Document recurring installation or documentation deficiencies.

Field Communication & Coordination

• Communicate directly with field technicians regarding required photographs, corrections, and documentation.
• Coordinate with Inspection Scheduling, Permitting, ESC, Installation, and other operational departments.
• Escalate unresolved technical issues, inspection risks, and project delays to the appropriate leadership.
• Provide accurate status updates and maintain clear documentation of outstanding items.
• Support timely resolution of issues that could affect inspection readiness.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate review records, correction notes, and completion statuses in company systems.
• Follow established review procedures and documentation standards.
• Identify recurring deficiencies and recommend improvements to field documentation and inspection readiness.
• Support consistency and accountability across inspection review processes.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience in residential solar installation, inspection operations, quality control, or a closely related technical field.
• Working knowledge of residential solar PV systems and electrical installation components.
• Familiarity with applicable NEC requirements and AHJ inspection standards.
• Ability to interpret installation photographs, technical documentation, and approved plans.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify technical discrepancies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple active reviews in a time-sensitive environment.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with digital documentation, project management, and operational software.

Preferred

• Previous experience in real-time solar inspection review.
• Experience supporting residential solar inspection technicians.
• Familiarity with solar permitting and inspection workflows.
• Experience identifying installation deficiencies and coordinating corrective actions.

Performance Expectations

Success in this position is measured by:

• Accuracy and completeness of real-time reviews.
• Timely communication of deficiencies and required corrections.
• Consistent adherence to established review procedures.
• Quality and clarity of review documentation.
• Reduction of preventable inspection failures and repeat field visits.
• Effective coordination with field technicians and operational departments.
• Timely escalation of unresolved technical or compliance issues.
• Ability to maintain quality while managing multiple active reviews.

Legal Disclaimer

SpartanX is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.