Typical Tasks
Determine locations for installing solar subsystem components, including piping, water heaters, valves, and ancillary equipment.
Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.
Demonstrate start-up, shut-down, maintenance, diagnostic, and safety procedures to thermal system owners.
Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.
Assess collector sites to ensure structural integrity of potential mounting surfaces or the best orientation and tilt for solar collectors.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Integrity
Cooperation
Adaptability/Flexibility
Analytical Thinking
What key skills are needed for this job?
Installation
Reading Comprehension
Quality Control Analysis
Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Expected Knowledge
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Common Activities
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.
