Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians

Overview All About Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians. Example of Solar Thermal Installer or Technician Job: Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use. Responsibilities Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems. Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations. Install heat exchangers and heat exchanger fluids according to installation manuals and schematics. Install circulating pumps using pipe, fittings, soldering equipment, electrical supplies, and hand tools. Install plumbing, such as dip tubes, port fittings, drain tank valves, pressure temperature relief valves, or tanks, according to manufacturer specifications and building codes. Fill water tanks and check tanks, pipes, and fittings for leaks. Skills Needed Installation : Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Quality Control Analysis : Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively. Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Related Job Titles Ancillary Support Technician Thermal Systems Technician Job Outlook There were about 42,700 jobs for Solar Thermal Installer or Technician in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 9.6% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 4,100 new jobs for Solar Thermal Installer or Technician by 2026. The BLS estimates 5,100 yearly job openings in this field. The states with the most job growth for Solar Thermal Installer or Technician are District of Columbia, Colorado, and Idaho . Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Alaska, or Virginia . These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession. Tools and Technologies Below is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians may use on a daily basis: Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Office Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook Word processing software Autodesk AutoCAD National Instruments LabVIEW Salesforce software Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA Palm OS 1CadCam Unigraphics Cost estimating software Project management software Computer-aided drafting or design software PTC Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire Becoming a Solar Thermal Installer Education needed to be a Solar Thermal Installer or Technician: How Long Does it Take to Become a Solar Thermal Installer Note: This section has been trimmed for clarity and relevance to the job description. #J-18808-Ljbffr