{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:09.287Z","occupation":{"soc":"47-2231.00","title":"Solar Photovoltaic Installers","group":"Construction & Extraction","sector":"23","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers residential and light commercial solar photovoltaic installation work, from supervised entry-level rooftop tasks through organizational leadership of multi-site installation crews and programs.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["PV system drawings and schematics — read and interpret under direct supervision before beginning installation tasks on a residential job site.","Safety hazards associated with PV installations — identify and report electrical, environmental, and fall risks while working alongside an experienced installer.","Solar modules and support structures — assemble according to manufacturer specifications under close guidance on a rooftop installation crew.","Required labels on solar system components and hardware — apply correctly following a supervisor-provided checklist on a residential PV job.","Basic hand tools and mounting hardware — select and use under direction to secure racking systems on a residential rooftop.","Weather sealing materials — apply to roof penetrations and array mounting points following step-by-step instructions from a lead installer.","Module array interconnect wiring — assist with installation while following supervisor-directed procedures to disable arrays during the process.","Electrical polarity and grounding concepts — recognize and verify using basic test instruments under direct oversight on a job site.","Installation locations on a structure — observe and document orientation, shading, and structural factors as directed by a crew lead.","Applicable codes and installation standards — follow written instructions and checklists to complete assigned tasks in compliance with local requirements."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["PV system components and module arrays — install according to schematics and drawings with minimal oversight on standard residential rooftop projects.","Electrical wiring, polarity, grounding, and termination integrity — check and verify routinely using multimeters and test instruments on completed installations.","Environmental and structural site conditions — evaluate installation locations for proper solar access, roof orientation, and load-bearing capacity on familiar building types.","Roof penetrations and array mounting points — apply weather sealing independently and inspect for quality before project sign-off on residential systems.","Module array interconnect wiring — install and manage array disable procedures without direct oversight on routine grid-tied residential installations.","Solar panel support structures and racking systems — assemble and secure to manufacturer and code specifications across a range of common roof types.","Safety protocols and personal protective equipment — select and apply consistently when working at height and with live electrical systems on PV job sites.","Installation quality control checks — conduct systematically after completing each phase of work to catch defects before final inspection on a residential site.","Labeled system components and hardware documentation — complete and organize for permit inspection packages on residential and small commercial PV projects.","Time and task sequencing — coordinate personal workflow to meet daily production targets as part of a two- to four-person residential installation crew."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full-scope PV system installations — execute autonomously from site prep through final electrical connection in compliance with NEC and local codes on residential and light commercial projects.","Non-routine electrical faults and wiring anomalies — diagnose and resolve using systematic troubleshooting methods without supervisory guidance on active job sites.","Complex installation locations — assess structural integrity, shading obstructions, and optimal array orientation on non-standard rooftops and ground-mount sites to maximize system performance.","Quality control analyses — perform comprehensive inspections of wiring, grounding, sealing, and labeling across all installation phases to ensure code compliance and long-term reliability.","CAD drawings and system schematics — interpret and adapt in the field when site conditions require deviation from original design on residential and small commercial builds.","Module interconnect wiring and combiner configurations — install and verify for complex multi-string arrays while maintaining safe array disable procedures throughout the process.","Environmental and safety risk assessments — conduct independently for each new job site and implement corrective measures before crews begin rooftop or electrical work.","Permit documentation and inspection readiness — prepare complete labeling, single-line diagrams, and code compliance records for local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) review.","Customer and site-owner communication — explain system components, installation progress, and operational basics clearly to homeowners and facility managers on the job site.","Crew coordination and on-site problem solving — guide day-to-day task sequencing and resolve unforeseen installation challenges to keep projects on schedule and within scope."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Installation standards and best-practice protocols — develop and enforce company-wide procedures for PV system installation quality and code compliance across multiple residential and commercial project sites.","Crew training programs — design and deliver hands-on instruction covering electrical safety, system assembly, weather sealing, and code requirements for new and developing installers.","Site-level risk management plans — author and implement comprehensive safety and hazard mitigation frameworks for all active PV installation projects in a regional portfolio.","Project scheduling and resource allocation — direct workforce deployment, equipment logistics, and subcontractor coordination across concurrent installation projects using project management software.","Complex non-routine technical problems — lead root-cause analysis and resolution for system failures, inspection rejections, or structural challenges that exceed crew-level expertise.","Quality assurance systems — establish inspection benchmarks, audit completed installations, and drive continuous improvement in workmanship standards across an installation organization.","Stakeholder and customer relationships — manage expectations of homeowners, general contractors, utilities, and AHJs throughout the project lifecycle to ensure satisfaction and compliance.","Code and regulatory changes — monitor updates to NEC, local building codes, and utility interconnection requirements and translate them into updated crew training and installation procedures.","Organizational performance metrics — analyze productivity, defect rates, and project completion data using spreadsheet and enterprise software to inform operational decisions at company scale.","Emerging PV technologies and installation methods — evaluate new products, racking systems, and monitoring solutions and lead adoption decisions that improve efficiency and competitiveness for the organization."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}