Solar Thermal Technician

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Harness the sun's power to provide sustainable energy solutions for all sectors.
Play a vital role in reducing carbon footprints and promoting renewable energy use.
Work on diverse projects, from residential rooftops to large industrial systems.

💰 Earn $51K-$90K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

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What You’ll Do

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

Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.
Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices.
Install solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods.
Install copper or plastic plumbing using pipes, fittings, pipe cutters, acetylene torches, solder, wire brushes, sand cloths, flux, plastic pipe cleaners, or plastic glue.
Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Median Earnings

$62,990 in California

$61,550 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Using data or completing tasks
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Speaking
Time Management

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having support
Job security

Deep Dive

Solar Thermal Technician

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Pathways to this Career

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Vocational School

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🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years