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Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians - 47-2152.04

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O*NET-SOC Description

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

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Installer
  • Solar Energy Technician
  • Solar Hot Water Installer (SHW Installer)
  • Solar Installer
  • Solar Maintenance Technician
  • Solar System Installer
  • Solar Technician
  • Solar Thermal Installer

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Tasks

  • Apply operation or identification tags or labels to system components, as required.
  • Apply ultraviolet radiation protection to prevent degradation of plumbing.
  • Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices.
  • Assess collector sites to ensure structural integrity of potential mounting surfaces or the best orientation and tilt for solar collectors.
  • Connect water heaters and storage tanks to power and water sources.
  • Cut, miter, and glue piping insulation to insulate plumbing pipes and fittings.
  • Demonstrate start-up, shut-down, maintenance, diagnostic, and safety procedures to thermal system owners.
  • Design active direct or indirect, passive direct or indirect, or pool solar systems.
  • Determine locations for installing solar subsystem components, including piping, water heaters, valves, and ancillary equipment.
  • Fill water tanks and check tanks, pipes, and fittings for leaks.
  • Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.
  • Install circulating pumps using pipe, fittings, soldering equipment, electrical supplies, and hand tools.
  • 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 flat-plat, evacuated glass, or concentrating solar collectors on mounting devices, using brackets or struts.
  • Install heat exchangers and heat exchanger fluids according to installation manuals and schematics.
  • Install monitoring system components, such as flow meters, temperature gauges, and pressure gauges, according to system design and manufacturer specifications.
  • 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 solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods.
  • Install solar thermal system controllers and sensors.
  • Perform routine maintenance or repairs to restore solar thermal systems to baseline operating conditions.
  • Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Apply adhesives to construction materials.
  • Apply identification labels or tags.
  • Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
  • Assess locations for potential green technology installations.
  • Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.
  • Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.
  • Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.
  • Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures.
  • Install gauges or controls.
  • Install insulation in equipment or structures.
  • Install plumbing or piping.
  • Install solar energy systems.
  • Maintain mechanical equipment.
  • Pour materials into or on designated areas.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Solar-Energy-System Installer