Solar Photovoltaic Installers

SOC Code: 47-2231

Solar Photovoltaic Installerss install photovoltaic (pv) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions. This career typically requires moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year). With an AI-proof score of 87.7/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Installation, Installation.

AI-Proof Score: 87.7Very High
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Median Salary

$51,860

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Job Growth

42.1%

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Training Time

Moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year)

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Job Zone

Zone 2 / 5

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Training Cost

~$5,000

Key Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Installation
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Troubleshooting
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Monitoring

Common 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.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation