Solar Photovoltaic Installer

Code: 47-2231.00

Also known as: Installer, PV Design and Installation Technician, Photovoltaic Installer (PV Installer), Solar Designer/Installer, Solar Installer, Solar Installer Technician, Solar Photovoltaic Installer (Solar PV Installer), Solar Technician

Description: Solar Photovoltaic Installers (PV Installers) are technical specialists who assemble, maintain and install solar panel systems for commercial and residential buildings. PV Installers either attend a 2-year technical school or receive a year of on-the-job training.

Solar Photovoltaic Installer

Typical wages


10% $32,590
25% $37,860
Median $46,470
75% $55,760
90% $64,600
10% $15.67
25% $18.2
Median $22.34
75% $26.81
90% $31.06

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
12,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
18,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,300