Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
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Salary Information
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians: $62,970 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Install solar energy systems. | General |
| Apply identification labels or tags. | General |
| Install plumbing or piping. | General |
| Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations. | General |
| Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures. | General |
| Install gauges or controls. | General |
| Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation. | General |
| Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Apply sealants or other protective coatings. | General |
| Apply adhesives to construction materials. | General |
| Install insulation in equipment or structures. | General |
| Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials. | General |
| Maintain mechanical equipment. | Maintenance |
| Assess locations for potential green technology installations. | Analysis |
| Pour materials into or on designated areas. | Development |
| Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies. | Communication |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Adobe Photoshop | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Autodesk AutoCAD | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Dassault Systemes SolidWorks | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA | Development environment software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Oracle Java | Object or component oriented development software |
| Salesforce software | Customer relationship management CRM software |
| 1CadCam Unigraphics | Computer aided manufacturing CAM software |
| Computer-aided drafting or design software | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Cost estimating software | Project management software |
| Dassault Systemes CATIA | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Inventory control system software | Inventory management software |
| National Instruments LabVIEW | Development environment software |
| PTC Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Project management software | Project management software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Work scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Electrical Safety Technician | National Fire Protection Association | Not Available |
| Master Specialist Hands On Supply Water Temperature Reset Controls Set-up and Testing | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist | North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners | Not Available |
| PV Installation Professional | North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners | Not Available |
| Solar Heating Installer | North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners | Not Available |