Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Solar energy industry workers perform a wide range of duties, from designing, building, repairing, and maintaining photovoltaic cells and solar power facilities to conducting research on new solar technologies; to assessing and purchasing land for solar facilities. They are also responsible for providing support services to scientific and technical workers and perform many other job duties. As of December 2023, there were approximately 279,447 solar workers in the United States, according to the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC).
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Conventional
Organized
Technical
Career Ladder
Manager or Consultant
Experienced Solar Energy Industry Worker
Entry-Level Solar Energy Industry Worker
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