Solar System Technician
Also posted as Also posted as: Solar Technician, Solar PV Installer, Photovoltaic Installer
A solar system technician installs and maintains solar photovoltaic systems, assembling racking and panels, wiring arrays, and testing systems that turn sunlight into power. It's a hands-on job on rooftops and utility-scale sites, and most people start with a certificate or short, hands-on training program, not a four-year degree.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
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How much does it pay?
Explore the core responsibilities of this role, from daily operations and equipment handling to safety, quality, and performance requirements.
Install PV systems
Assemble racking, set panels, and wire arrays to plan and code.
Test and commission
Verify voltage, polarity, and performance before systems go live.
Maintain arrays
Inspect, clean, and repair systems to keep production at peak.
Work safely at height
Follow fall protection and electrical safety practices every day.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Electrical
Installing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits and components safely.
Installation
Installing equipment and systems correctly, safely, and to specification.
Commissioning
Testing and verifying new systems so they perform to design before handover.
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