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Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Median Salary
48,800
Job Outlook
0%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

90%

Self-employed

7%

Private not for profit

2%

State and local government

0%

Federal Government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of solar photovoltaic installers is projected to grow 48 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 4,100 openings for solar photovoltaic installers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$21,580

10%

$48,800

Median

$66,360

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Post-secondary certificate

    36%

  • High school

    33%

  • Bachelor's degree

    13%

  • Less than high school

    10%

  • Associate's degree

    3%

  • Master's degree

    1%


Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Solar Energy Technology/Technician
  • Solar Energy System Installation and Repair Technology/Technician

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Building and Construction
  • Mechanical
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Administration and Management
  • Design

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid


What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.