4 FAQs about Position responsibilities of photovoltaic panel operator

How much do solar photovoltaic installers make a year?

The median annual wage for solar photovoltaic installers was $51,860 in May 2024. Employment of solar photovoltaic installers is projected to grow 42 percent from 2024 to 2034, 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.

How do I become a solar photovoltaic installer?

There are multiple paths to becoming a solar photovoltaic (PV) installer, or PV installer. These workers typically need a high school diploma, but some take courses at a technical school or community college; they also receive on-the-job training lasting up to 1 year. Some PV installers learn to install panels as part of an apprenticeship.

What tools do PV installers use?

PV installers use a variety of handtools and power tools, including drills, wrenches, saws, and screwdrivers, to set up PV panels and connect them to frames, wires, and support structures. Depending on the job and state laws, PV installers may connect the solar panels to the electrical grid, although electricians sometimes do this task.

Where can I get a photovoltaic apprenticeship?

For details about apprenticeships or other training opportunities in this trade, contact the offices of the state employment service, technical colleges, the state apprenticeship agency, local photovoltaic contractors, firms that employ PV installers, or local union–management apprenticeship committees.

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