Solar installer, Kaiwhakatū taputapu kōmaru
Also known as
- Apprentice electrician, solar electrician, electrician, solar photovoltaic installer, electrician for solar industry
Solar installers assemble, install and maintain solar panel and battery systems on rooftops and other structures. They may also do basic electrical work.
Your pay could be
$69K
Lower
$76K to $104K
Most common
$112K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3-4 years
Solar installers
- usually work regular business hours but may work long hours and weekends
- usually work at heights on rooftops and may travel locally
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be methodical, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- install solar panels on buildings
- install electrical wiring and equipment
- test solar systems to ensure they work
- inspect electrical systems for faults
- choose safe locations for solar panels
- measure and mark solar panel layouts
- apply sealants to protect installations
- select materials for solar installations
- read plans and installation instructions
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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Do the quizYou need to do an apprenticeship to become a solar installer and experience may be useful.
You need
- to do an apprenticeship in electrical engineering
- a Trainee Limited Certificate from the Electrical Workers Registration Board
- to complete a training course in Solar Electrical Installation
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
- to pass a drug test
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Electrical Workers Registration Board
Phone Number,0800 661 000
info@ewrb.govt.nz
https://www.ewrb.govt.nz/If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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