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Solar Photovoltaic Installers

SOC 47-2231.00

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.

Green Occupation Zone 2 Construction and Extraction

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Installation

3.4

Active Listening

3.2

Critical Thinking

3.2

Monitoring

3.1

Reading Comprehension

3.0

Speaking

3.0

Active Learning

3.0

Coordination

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

4.0

Building and Construction

3.9

English Language

3.7

Design

3.6

Customer and Personal Service

3.5

Production and Processing

3.4

Engineering and Technology

3.3

Mathematics

3.0

Key Tasks

1Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.

2Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.

3Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.

4Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.

5Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.

Also Known As

Apprentice Electro-Mechanical Solar Technician Installer Journeyman Electrician PV Installer Lead Installer Photovoltaic Fabrication and Testing Technician (PV Fabrication and Testing Technician) Photovoltaic Fabrication Technician (PV Fabrication Technician) Photovoltaic Installation Technician (PV Installation Technician) Photovoltaic Installer (PV Installer) Photovoltaic Panel Installer (PV Panel Installer)