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Solar Thermal Technician

Solar Thermal Technician

  • Harness the sun's power to provide sustainable energy solutions for all sectors.
  • Play a vital role in reducing carbon footprints and promoting renewable energy use.
  • Work on diverse projects, from residential rooftops to large industrial systems.
💰 Earn $51K-$90K
📚 High School Diploma or GED

Overview

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

Scoop

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Earnings

$62,990 Med. in CA

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Day-to-Day

  • Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.
  • Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices.
  • Install solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods.
  • Install copper or plastic plumbing using pipes, fittings, pipe cutters, acetylene torches, solder, wire brushes, sand cloths, flux, plastic pipe cleaners, or plastic glue.
  • Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Using data or completing tasks
  • Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

  • Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Coordination
  • Time Management

You value 🙏

  • Having support
  • Job security
  • Accomplishing things
  • Support
  • Working Conditions
  • Achievement

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