What is a solar installation supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become a solar installation supervisor

1. Explore solar installation supervisor education requirements

   Most common solar installation supervisor degrees

   Bachelor's

   35.3 %

   Associate

   29.4 %

   High School Diploma

   17.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific solar installation supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   PV	100.00%

3. Complete relevant solar installation supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New solar installation supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a solar installation supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real solar installation supervisor resumes.

4. Research solar installation supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Abided by OSHA safety regulations, and manage all others on the site to ensure their safety and productivity levels.
   • Revise and test PV systems.
   • Count in-house BOM (racking /modules/inverters/wire/conduit), check hand tools, count power tools (order and replace).
   • Supervise distribution activities such as materials and manpower for installations.

5. Apply for solar installation supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a solar installation supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams