Solar Installation Helper

You carry panels, hand tools to the people who know what they're doing, and try not to fall off the roof. It's grunt work in the sun — literally — but it's also the fastest entry into a booming industry. Pay attention, don't complain about the heat, and in six months you'll be the one doing the wiring instead of carrying it.

Learn the skills

Courses and certifications to get you job-ready

What you'll actually do

• 01Carry solar panels, racking, and tools up to rooftops all day
• 02Assist lead installers with mounting and wiring tasks
• 03Organize materials and keep the job site clean and safe
• 04Learn electrical basics by watching and asking smart questions
• 05Climb ladders repeatedly while pretending your legs don't burn
• 06Discover that 'working in renewable energy' mostly means sweating