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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Belvidere, Illinois
Salary
$25–$40
Skills
Architectural Servicesunmatched
Building Restorationunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Roofingunmatched
Solar Installationunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Waterproofingunmatched
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