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Job 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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 47-2231.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 42,500.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 20.00
Currently, there are 8,870 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Solar Photovoltaic Installers”.

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Tasks for “Solar Energy Technician”

Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency.
Program, adjust, or configure inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes.
Demonstrate system functionality and performance, including start-up, shut-down, normal operation, and emergency or bypass operations.
Compile or maintain records of system operation, performance, and maintenance.
Measure and analyze system performance and operating parameters to assess operating condition of systems or equipment.
Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
Perform routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment.
Install required labels on solar system components and hardware.
Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
Identify methods for laying out, orienting, and mounting modules or arrays to ensure efficient installation, electrical configuration, or system maintenance.
Install active solar systems, including solar collectors, concentrators, pumps, or fans.
Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features.
Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.
Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.
Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials.
Activate photovoltaic (PV) systems to verify system functionality and conformity to performance expectations.
Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.
Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems.
Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.
Select mechanical designs, installation equipment, or installation plans that conform to environmental, architectural, structural, site, and code requirements.
Determine connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting photovoltaic (PV) systems with utility services or other power generation sources.
Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions.
Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.
Examine designs to determine current requirements for all parts of the photovoltaic (PV) system electrical circuit.

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