Once the panels are in place more experienced installers usually perform more complex duties such as connecting electrical components.
Solar panel installer duties.
Typical day at work.
Once the panels are installed workers check the electrical systems for proper wiring polarity and grounding and they also perform maintenance as needed.
Monitoring of rails for solar panel stability.
4 install photovoltaic pv systems in accordance with codes and.
Solar pv installers assemble install or maintain solar photovoltaic pv systems on roofs or other.
3 apply weather sealing to array building or support mechanisms.
Digging of trenches holes for ground mounts.
1 assemble solar modules panels or support structures as specified.
Job description daily responsibilities and work life.
A solar panel installer would assess a client s location and then install solar panels to fit the client s needs.
Solar panel installer operating machinery and power equipment.
2 install active solar systems including solar collectors concentrators pumps or fans.
They would also need to install the equipment to meet code this would include ensuring the wiring is done properly and necessary items are grounded.
Assemble install or maintain solar photovoltaic pv systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics.
Pouring of concrete for installation of panels.
On a daily basis solar pv installers identify electrical environmental and safety hazards.
In some cases they may also be responsible for connecting the panels to the power grid.
May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.
Depending on the job and state laws pv installers may connect the solar panels to the electric grid although electricians sometimes perform this duty.
Necessary skills qualifications.
Ensuring power equipment is in good working condition.
This would include measuring the area and making adjustments so the panels fit.
May include measuring cutting assembling and bolting structural framing and solar modules.
Fulfill all state and local contractor licensing requirements for installers minimum of 1 year solar installation or similar experience general knowledge of electrical engineering principles thorough understanding of building codes strong attention to detail must.