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Summary Description


	Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Installer

2.	Maintenance Technician

3.	Service Technician

4.	Solar Energy Technician

5.	Solar Hot Water Installer (SHW Installer)

6.	Solar Installation Technician

7.	Solar Installer

8.	Solar Maintenance Technician

9.	Solar Pool Heating Installer

10.	Solar Power Installer

11.	Solar System Installer

12.	Solar Technician

13.	Solar Thermal Installer

14.	Solar Thermal Technician

15.	Solar Water Heater Installer

16.	Thermal Technician

Job Tasks

	Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems. Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures. Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation. Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

	Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices. Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

	Install solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods. Install solar energy systems.

	Install copper or plastic plumbing using pipes, fittings, pipe cutters, acetylene torches, solder, wire brushes, sand cloths, flux, plastic pipe cleaners, or plastic glue. Install plumbing or piping.

	Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations. Install solar energy systems.

	Demonstrate start-up, shut-down, maintenance, diagnostic, and safety procedures to thermal system owners. Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.

	Install circulating pumps using pipe, fittings, soldering equipment, electrical supplies, and hand tools. Install plumbing or piping.

	Install flat-plat, evacuated glass, or concentrating solar collectors on mounting devices, using brackets or struts. Install solar energy systems.

	Install solar thermal system controllers and sensors. Install solar energy systems.

	Fill water tanks and check tanks, pipes, and fittings for leaks. Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures. Pour materials into or on designated areas.

	Design active direct or indirect, passive direct or indirect, or pool solar systems. Install solar energy systems.

	Determine locations for installing solar subsystem components, including piping, water heaters, valves, and ancillary equipment. Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.

	Perform routine maintenance or repairs to restore solar thermal systems to baseline operating conditions. Maintain mechanical equipment.

	Install heat exchangers and heat exchanger fluids according to installation manuals and schematics. Install solar energy systems.

	Apply operation or identification tags or labels to system components, as required. Apply identification labels or tags.

	Connect water heaters and storage tanks to power and water sources. Install plumbing or piping.

	Cut, miter, and glue piping insulation to insulate plumbing pipes and fittings. Apply adhesives to construction materials. Install insulation in equipment or structures. Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.

	Install plumbing, such as dip tubes, port fittings, drain tank valves, pressure temperature relief valves, or tanks, according to manufacturer specifications and building codes. Install plumbing or piping.

	Install monitoring system components, such as flow meters, temperature gauges, and pressure gauges, according to system design and manufacturer specifications. Install gauges or controls.

	Assess collector sites to ensure structural integrity of potential mounting surfaces or the best orientation and tilt for solar collectors. Assess locations for potential green technology installations.

	Apply ultraviolet radiation protection to prevent degradation of plumbing. Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

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