According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions. | 89% |
| Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified. | 88% |
| Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms. | 87% |
| Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment. | 86% |
| Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation. | 86% |
| Identify methods for laying out, orienting, and mounting modules or arrays to ensure efficient installation, electrical configuration, or system maintenance. | 86% |
| Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations. | 86% |
| Examine designs to determine current requirements for all parts of the photovoltaic (PV) system electrical circuit. | 85% |
| Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations. | 84% |
| Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers. | 84% |
| Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials. | 83% |
| Program, adjust, or configure inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes. | 82% |
| Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays. | 82% |
| Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems. | 82% |
| Install required labels on solar system components and hardware. | 81% |
| Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions. | 80% |
| Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency. | 80% |
| Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features. | 80% |
| Determine connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting photovoltaic (PV) systems with utility services or other power generation sources. | 80% |
| Perform routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment. | 79% |
| Install active solar systems, including solar collectors, concentrators, pumps, or fans. | 78% |
| Activate photovoltaic (PV) systems to verify system functionality and conformity to performance expectations. | 78% |
| Select mechanical designs, installation equipment, or installation plans that conform to environmental, architectural, structural, site, and code requirements. | 78% |
| Demonstrate system functionality and performance, including start-up, shut-down, normal operation, and emergency or bypass operations. | 77% |
| Measure and analyze system performance and operating parameters to assess operating condition of systems or equipment. | 76% |
| Compile or maintain records of system operation, performance, and maintenance. | 72% |
