PV Solar Installer

Job Description

As a solar panel installer, you will be responsible for installing and servicing solar panels on buildings and land to ensure they efficiently convert solar power into renewable energy. Most of your work as a solar panel installer will be outdoors and at height.

The job role of a solar panel installer involves the following duties:

Assessing locations to ensure they are suitable for solar panels

Measuring up areas for installation

Making adjustments to building surfaces so panels fit and are adequately supported

Installing and maintaining solar panels on homes, business premises or open land

Connecting solar panels to an electrical system

Grounding electrical equipment and checking wiring

Adhering to strict health and safety guidelines

Performing maintenance checks and fixing solar panels

Using a variety of technical equipment and tools

Applies proper weather sealing and waterproofing to roof penetrations, structure, building and support mechanisms

Perform daily project clean-up including client site and company vehicle

Qualify equipment and systems, document work performed daily, and report progress

Prepare service reports for site visits, repairs, modifications, and performance issues

Communicate with ownership, Site Technicians, Engineering, Project Management, and Management for efficient issue resolution

Provide leadership for safety compliance, operational, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Able to climb ladders and maintain balance on rooftops with various heights, angles, and surfaces

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions to include heat, cold, wet, or humid environments

Able to work in confined spaces such as attics, crawl spaces, or basements; requires kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Ability to lift and maneuver 60 pounds frequently and up to 110 pounds with assistance

Frequently use hand functions and fine motor skills, grasping, gripping, twisting, pinching, pulling, and pushing

Requirements and Qualifications

Prior experience in the photovoltaic industry or equivalent job-related experience

NABCEP PV Installer certification desirable

OSHA 10 certification desirable

Physical strength and stamina

Familiarity with electricity and wiring procedures

Construction experience

Must have a valid driver's license