SOC 47-2231
Solar Photovoltaic Installers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ28,280
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$52K
$39K โ $80K
Projected Growth
๐+42.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค57/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Solar Photovoltaic Installers face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 57/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $52K ($6K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 47/100, Solar Photovoltaic Installers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like drone-based site surveying and inspection are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 28,280 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting to unique building configurations on-site and fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Solar Photovoltaic Installers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Drone-based site surveying and inspection
Robotic bricklaying and prefabrication automation
BIM-integrated automated progress tracking
Autonomous heavy equipment operation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting to unique building configurations on-site
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Client-facing consultation on custom project needs
Navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.
Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Project management software
Enterprise application integration software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
Engineering and Technology
Mechanical
Design
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 59% |
| Extraction Workers | 29 | $56K | 81% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 75% |