Miscellaneous construction workers, including solar photovoltaic installers, septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

• Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.91
• Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.89
• Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.89
• Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.87
• Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.86
• Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.86
• Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.86
• Install required labels on solar system components and hardware.84
• Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features.84
• Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency.84
• Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.83
• Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.83

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

• Installation60

  Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

• Critical Thinking56

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Active Listening53

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Judgment and Decision Making53

  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Monitoring53

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Operations Monitoring53

  Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

• Quality Control Analysis53

  Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

• Active Learning50

  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

• Complex Problem Solving50

  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

• Coordination50

  Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

• Reading Comprehension50

  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

• Time Management50

  Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

• Building and Construction95

  Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

• Engineering and Technology85

  Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

• Mechanical82

  Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Administration and Management78

  Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

• Design78

  Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Customer and Personal Service75

  Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Mathematics74

  Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

• Public Safety and Security69

  Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

• Education and Training68

  Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

• Production and Processing61

  Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

• English Language57

  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

• Computers and Electronics53

  Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

• Near Vision69

  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• Problem Sensitivity69

  The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

• Visualization66

  The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

• Information Ordering60

  The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

• Arm-Hand Steadiness56

  The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

• Deductive Reasoning56

  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Finger Dexterity56

  The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

• Manual Dexterity56

  The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

• Oral Comprehension56

  The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Extent Flexibility53

  The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.

• Multilimb Coordination53

  The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

• Oral Expression53

  The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

• Performing General Physical Activities88

  Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials83

  Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

• Handling and Moving Objects82

  Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

• Getting Information77

  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment77

  Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.

• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings74

  Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events72

  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

• Making Decisions and Solving Problems72

  Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards71

  Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment69

  Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates67

  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work63

  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

• Dependability88

  A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

• Attention to Detail81

  A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

• Cautiousness78

  A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.

• Integrity58

  A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

• Perseverance51

  A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.

• Achievement Orientation46

  A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.

• Adaptability46

  A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

• Stress Tolerance43

  A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

• Self-Confidence42

  A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

• Cooperation41

  A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

• Self-Control33

  A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

• Intellectual Curiosity31

  A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

• Realistic100

  Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.

• Conventional51

  Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

• Investigative28

  Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

• Enterprising12

  Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.

• Artistic7

  Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

• Social3

  Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

• Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

  • Every day95%

• Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

  • Every day79%
  • Once a week or more but not every day21%

• Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team

  • Extremely important81%
  • Very important15%

• Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

  • Every day70%
  • Once a week or more but not every day29%

• Telephone Conversations

  • Every day62%
  • Once a week or more but not every day35%

• Exposed to High Places

  • Every day69%
  • Once a week or more but not every day19%
  • Once a month or more but not every week11%

• Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

  • Continually or almost continually64%
  • More than half the time31%

• Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

  • Extremely important54%
  • Very important31%
  • Important13%

• Health and Safety of Other Workers

  • Very high responsibility55%
  • High responsibility25%
  • Moderate responsibility20%

• Contact With Others

  • Constant contact with others39%
  • Contact with others most of the time57%

• Physical Proximity

  • Very close (near touching)40%
  • Moderately close (at arm's length)52%

• Spend Time Standing

  • Continually or almost continually53%
  • More than half the time32%
  • Less than half the time11%

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

• Post-secondary certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

• Spreadsheet software

  Microsoft Excel

• Electronic mail software

  Microsoft Outlook

• Customer relationship management CRM software

  Salesforce software

• Enterprise application integration software

  Extensible markup language XML

• Office suite software

  Microsoft Office software

• Word processing software

  Microsoft Word

• Project management software

  Cost estimating software

• Calendar and scheduling software

  Work scheduling software

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

• Interstate Renewable Energy Council
• Electrical Training Alliance
• Electronics Technicians Association International
• NABCEP
• National Center for Construction Education and Research

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

• Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
• First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
• Miscellaneous installation, maintenance, and repair workers, including wind turbine service technicians
• Power Plant Operators, Distributors, and Dispatchers
• Broadcast and sound engineering technicians and radio operators, and media and communication equipment workers, all other
• Electricians
• Miscellaneous installation, maintenance, and repair workers, including wind turbine service technicians
• Electrical and electronics repairers, transportation equipment, and industrial and utility
• Electrical and electronics repairers, transportation equipment, and industrial and utility
• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
• Electrical and Electronics Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers
• Electrical and electronics repairers, transportation equipment, and industrial and utility
• Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
• Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
• Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

• Install solar energy systems.
• Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
• Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.
• Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
• Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Select construction materials.
• Apply identification labels or tags.
• Create construction or installation diagrams.
• Select construction equipment.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Test green technology installations to verify performance.
• Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.