← BlogJune 7, 20245 min readEditorial teamDEUAENRU
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Become a solar installer: career change, tasks and requirements
Photovoltaics is growing and companies need hands. If you are handy and not afraid of heights, you can start in solar installation even without training.
Tasks
- Installing mounting structures and modules on roofs and open ground.
- Laying cables and preparing the electrical connection; the connection itself is reserved for a qualified electrician.
- Transport, tidiness and documentation on site.
Requirements
- Physical fitness and stamina.
- No fear of heights and willingness to work at height.
- Manual skills and teamwork.
- Basic German for safety instructions.
- A driving licence is often an advantage.
Career change: how it works
Many companies hire helpers and train them on the job. A safety induction and handling of fall protection are essential. With experience come more responsibility and higher pay.
Roof safety
Personal fall-protection equipment, a helmet, safety shoes and gloves are mandatory. Do not work in wet, windy or icy conditions.
Pay
At least the statutory minimum wage of €12.41 gross. Depending on the company, experience and location, pay can be higher; surcharges for assignments away from home are common.
Conclusion
Solar installation is a career with a future. In the interview, ask about induction, equipment and housing.
FAQ
Do I need training?
Not for helper tasks; yes for electrical work.
May I connect the modules as an installer?
Only a qualified electrician may carry out the electrical connection.
How safe is roof work?
Well protected with fall protection and induction.
What is the pay?
At least €12.41 gross per hour; often more.