Description
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.
Interests
- Realistic
- Conventional
Work Values
- Support
- Achievement
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Cooperation
- Self-Control
Tasks
- Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
- Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.
- Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
- Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
- Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
Work Activities
- Performing General Physical Activities
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Getting Information
- Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Detailed Work Activities
- Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Technology Skills
- Spreadsheet software
- Electronic mail software
- Customer relationship management CRM software
- Enterprise application integration software
- Office suite software
Abilities
- Near Vision
- Problem Sensitivity
- Visualization
- Information Ordering
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
Skills
- Installation
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Monitoring
Knowledge
- Building and Construction
- Engineering and Technology
- Mechanical
- Administration and Management
- Design
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Photovoltaic System Installation CertificationCertifying Organization
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
PV Installation ProfessionalCertifying Organization
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
Type
Advanced
Certifying Organization
ETA International
Type
Advanced
Certifying Organization
ETA International
Type
Core
Certifying Organization
CSA Group
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $45,117 |
| Median (50%) | $54,726 |
| High (90%) | $70,938 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $54,541 |
| Mid Level | $62,745 |
| Senior Level | $64,955 |
| Expert Level | $63,174 |
Employability
There are currently 25,000 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 37,000 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 48%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 48%
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