Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics. May include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.

On the job, you would:

• Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
• Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
• Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.

Education

• high school diploma/GED
• associate's degree

Engineering and Technology

• mechanical
• building and construction

Arts and Humanities

• English language

Business

• customer service

Manufactured or Agricultural Goods

• manufacture and distribution of products

Basic Skills

• listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
• thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem

Problem Solving

• noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

• Cooperation
• Dependability
• Attention to Detail
• Integrity
• Initiative
• Self Control

Hand and Finger Use

• put together small parts with your fingers
• hold or move items with your hands

Ideas and Logic

• notice when problems happen
• order or arrange things