[Core] [55% incumbents] Provide technical assistance to installers, technicians, or other solar professionals in areas such as solar electric systems, solar thermal systems, electrical systems, or mechanical systems.
  DWAs: Communicate with other construction or extraction personnel to discuss project details.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Monitor work of contractors and subcontractors to ensure projects conform to plans, specifications, schedules, or budgets.
  DWAs: Direct construction or extraction personnel.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Visit customer sites to determine solar system needs, requirements, or specifications.
  DWAs: Estimate materials requirements for projects.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Purchase or rent equipment for solar energy system installation.
  DWAs: Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Plan and coordinate installations of photovoltaic (PV) solar and solar thermal systems to ensure conformance to codes.
  DWAs: Plan layout of construction, installation, or repairs. | Coordinate construction project activities.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Supervise solar installers, technicians, and subcontractors for solar installation projects to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  DWAs: Direct construction or extraction personnel.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Estimate materials, equipment, and personnel needed for residential or commercial solar installation projects.
  DWAs: Estimate materials requirements for projects. | Estimate construction project labor requirements.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Prepare solar installation project proposals, quotes, budgets, or schedules.
  DWAs: Estimate construction project costs.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Coordinate or schedule building inspections for solar installation projects.
  DWAs: Coordinate construction project activities.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Perform start-up of systems for testing or customer implementation.
  DWAs: Test green technology installations to verify performance.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Identify means to reduce costs, minimize risks, or increase efficiency of solar installation projects.
  DWAs: Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Assess system performance or functionality at the system, subsystem, and component levels.
  DWAs: Test green technology installations to verify performance.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Assess potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements.
  DWAs: Assess locations for potential green technology installations.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Evaluate subcontractors or subcontractor bids for quality, cost, and reliability.
  DWAs: Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Develop and maintain system architecture, including all piping, instrumentation, or process flow diagrams.
  DWAs: Create construction or installation diagrams.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Building and Construction (imp:4.41 lvl:4.97) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.21 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.66 lvl:4.39) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Design (imp:3.46 lvl:3.83) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mechanical (imp:3.45 lvl:4.21) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Transportation (imp:3.32 lvl:3.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sales and Marketing (imp:3.11 lvl:3.33) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Mathematics (imp:3.04 lvl:3.48) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.99 lvl:3.81) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:2.97 lvl:2.97) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.82 lvl:3.65) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.80 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.71 lvl:3.31) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:2.68 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:2.51 lvl:2.54) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Production and Processing (imp:2.45 lvl:2.45) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.39 lvl:2.72) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Communications and Media (imp:2.34 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.24 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Telecommunications (imp:2.20 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:2.14 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Foreign Language (imp:2.03 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Chemistry (imp:1.82 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:1.79) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Geography (imp:1.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.65) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.60) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Memorization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.46 lvl:3.85) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.28 lvl:3.76) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.21 lvl:4.06) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.13 lvl:3.43) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.12 lvl:4.91) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.07 lvl:3.56) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.07 lvl:4.74) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.06 lvl:5.90) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:4.06 lvl:4.66) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.02 lvl:4.94) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.01 lvl:4.79) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.89 lvl:3.89) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.88 lvl:3.95) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.85 lvl:2.75) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.85 lvl:4.03) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.73 lvl:4.77) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.72 lvl:3.82) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.70 lvl:3.27) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.67 lvl:3.88) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:3.60 lvl:3.20) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.51 lvl:4.00) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.50 lvl:4.04) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.43 lvl:3.44) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.37 lvl:3.24) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.36 lvl:2.96) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.66) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Working with Computers (imp:3.17 lvl:2.54) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.13 lvl:3.54) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.13 lvl:3.83) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.12 lvl:2.67) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.07 lvl:3.84) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.97 lvl:2.09) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.96 lvl:2.36) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.90 lvl:2.58) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.89 lvl:2.75) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.80 lvl:3.56) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.72 lvl:2.70) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.64 lvl:2.29) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.61 lvl:2.41) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.60 lvl:2.74) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Negotiation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operation and Control (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 812,210
  annual_median    : $79,920
  annual_pct10     : $53,280
  annual_pct25     : $63,400
  annual_pct75     : $101,460
  annual_pct90     : $128,260
  annual_mean      : $86,450
  hourly_median    : $38.42

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($109,570)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($37,860)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.894x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:  633,650  median: $  79,990
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   58,900  median: $  77,360
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   30,500  median: $  95,830
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   25,960  median: $  64,630
  Manufacturing                            emp:   16,110  median: $  80,640
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   10,230  median: $  82,640
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,300  median: $  97,290
  Utilities                                emp:    5,550  median: $ 107,700
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:    4,400  median: $  79,170
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    4,000  median: $  76,440

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (18 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:  633,650  median: $  79,990
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   58,900  median: $  77,360
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   30,500  median: $  95,830
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   25,960  median: $  64,630
  Manufacturing                            emp:   16,110  median: $  80,640
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   10,230  median: $  82,640
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,300  median: $  97,290
  Utilities                                emp:    5,550  median: $ 107,700
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:    4,400  median: $  79,170
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    4,000  median: $  76,440

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: SolarCity (similarity: 0.2791)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SolarCity
  QID: Q7555824
  Extract: SolarCity Corporation was a publicly traded company headquartered in Fremont, California that sold and installed solar energy generation systems as well as other related products and services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company was founded on July 4, 2006, by Peter and 

  Title: Renewable energy in China (similarity: 0.4746)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renewable_energy_in_China
  QID: Q1175566
  Extract: China is the world's top electricity producer from renewable energy sources. China's renewable energy capacity is growing faster than its fossil fuels and nuclear power capacity. 
China installed over 430 GW of renewables in 2025, reaching a total installed renewable capacity of over 2.34 TW by the 

  Title: NRG Energy (similarity: 0.3636)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NRG_Energy
  QID: Q6955139
  Extract: NRG Energy, Inc. is an American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity. Their portfolio inc

  Title: Lawrence Weston Wind Turbine (similarity: 0.4516)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Weston_Wind_Turbine
  QID: Q139309136
  Extract: The Lawrence Weston Wind Turbine, also known as the Ambition Community Energy Wind Turbine, is a community-owned wind turbine located in Avonmouth, Bristol, England, near the Seabank Power Station. It is situated beside the A403 road and Severn Estuary, just north of the Avonmouth Docks and Chitteni

  Title: Enel Green Power (similarity: 0.3200)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enel_Green_Power
  QID: Q3725218
  Extract: Enel Green Power S.p.A. is an Italian multinational renewable energy corporation, headquartered in Rome. 
The company was formed as a subsidiary of the power generation firm Enel in December 2008. It has operations in five continents generating energy from solar, geothermal, wind and hydropower sour

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Solar Energy Installation Managers direct work crews installing residential or commercial solar photovoltaic or thermal systems, coordinating projects from initial site assessment through system commissioning. They combine construction management expertise with specialized knowledge of solar technology to ensure installations meet safety codes, performance specifications, and customer requirements. These managers serve as the critical link between technical installation teams, clients, and regulatory requirements in the rapidly expanding solar energy sector.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Solar Energy Installation Managers begin their day reviewing project schedules and coordinating with installation crews, subcontractors, and equipment suppliers. They visit customer sites to assess solar system requirements, plan installations that conform to building codes, and estimate materials and personnel needs for upcoming projects. Throughout the day, they monitor ongoing installations to ensure compliance with safety standards and technical specifications, provide technical assistance to installers and technicians, and coordinate building inspections. They prepare project proposals, quotes, and budgets while managing timelines and resources. The day often concludes with system start-up testing and customer implementation activities.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong technical aptitude combined with leadership and communication skills, reflecting the high Realistic (5.86) and Enterprising (4.85) RIASEC scores. They thrive on problem-solving and making decisions under pressure, with the ability to coordinate multiple moving parts simultaneously. Successful managers have keen attention to detail for safety compliance and quality control, while maintaining the interpersonal skills necessary to manage diverse teams and communicate effectively with customers. They are comfortable working in both office and field environments, adapting between planning activities and hands-on project oversight.

CAREER ENTRY:
The majority of Solar Energy Installation Managers enter the field with a high school diploma (52.9%) or some college coursework (10.0%), though many advance from hands-on solar installation or general construction backgrounds. Entry typically requires several years of experience in construction trades, electrical work, or renewable energy systems to develop the technical foundation necessary for management responsibilities. Many professionals transition from roles as solar installers, construction supervisors, or electrical technicians, gaining specialized knowledge through industry certifications and on-the-job training in solar technology and project management.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Solar Energy Installation Managers can advance to Construction Managers overseeing larger renewable energy projects or specialize as Wind Energy Development Managers in the broader clean energy sector. Many progress to senior project management roles or establish their own solar installation companies, leveraging their technical expertise and industry relationships. The role also provides pathways into solar sales and business development, renewable energy consulting, or specialized positions in emerging green technologies as the clean energy sector continues expanding.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Solar Energy Installation Managers earn a median annual wage of $79,920 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with the top 10% earning over $128,260. Geographic variation is significant, with Washington state offering the highest wages at $109,570 compared to Puerto Rico at $37,860, reflecting regional differences in solar adoption and construction costs. The construction industry employs the largest share (633,650 workers), followed by government sectors (58,900), indicating strong demand across both private and public renewable energy initiatives. Employment growth is expected to remain robust as solar installations continue expanding nationwide, driven by declining technology costs and renewable energy incentives.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Solar Energy Installation Managers face low automation risk due to the complex, site-specific nature of their work that requires human judgment for planning, coordination, and problem-solving. While digital tools like AutoCAD and project management software enhance efficiency, the core activities of evaluating compliance with standards, making decisions, and organizing work teams remain inherently human-centered. The role may evolve to incorporate more sophisticated planning software and remote monitoring technologies, but the fundamental need for on-site leadership and technical expertise ensures continued demand for skilled managers.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Solar Photovoltaic Installers (47-2231.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Solar installers commonly advance to management roles, sharing core solar system knowledge and installation expertise.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge (4.4/5.0)
    data: Handling and Moving Objects work activity (4.1/5.9)
    data: Related occupation designation
  [skill_overlap] First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades (47-1011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require Management of Personnel Resources (3.8/3.9) and share identical SOC foundation codes.
    data: Management of Personnel Resources transferable skill
    data: Same SOC major group
    data: Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.1/4.7)
  [career_pathway] Construction Managers (11-9021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression path leveraging project management and construction expertise for larger-scale projects.
    data: Administration and Management knowledge (3.7/4.4)
    data: Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.2/4.1)
    data: Related occupation designation
  [knowledge_overlap] Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors (41-4011.07) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require Customer and Personal Service knowledge (4.2/4.6) and solar system assessment capabilities.
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
    data: Site assessment tasks
    data: Sales and Marketing knowledge (3.1/3.3)
  [riasec_cluster] Wind Energy Development Managers (11-9199.10) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles combine high Realistic and Enterprising traits in renewable energy management contexts.
    data: Realistic-Enterprising RIASEC profile
    data: Renewable energy sector overlap
    data: Project management responsibilities

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['solar energy installation', 'solar installation manager', 'photovoltaic installation', 'solar project manager', 'renewable energy installation', 'solar field manager', 'PV installation', 'solar construction']
  exclude_keywords : ['solar sales', 'solar design engineer', 'electrical engineer', 'solar technician', 'energy analyst']
  title_patterns   : ['Solar.*Installation.*Manager', 'Solar.*Project.*Manager', 'Solar.*Field.*Manager', 'PV.*Installation.*Manager', 'Photovoltaic.*Manager']
  common_variations: ['Solar Energy Installation Manager', 'Solar Installation Manager', 'Solar Project Manager', 'PV Installation Manager', 'Solar Field Manager', 'Commercial Solar Manager', 'Residential Solar Manager', 'Solar Construction Manager']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['solar', 'energy', 'others', 'equipment', 'installation', 'construction', 'principles', 'materials', 'activities', 'includes', 'management', 'projects', 'project', 'objects', 'technical', 'performance', 'managers', 'resources', 'techniques', 'technology']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
solar                      36  0.01430  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:39%  wikipedia:11%
energy                     29  0.01152  inference            inference:55%  wikipedia:41%  onet_tasks:3%
others                     28  0.01112  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  27  0.01072  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:85%  onet_tasks:7%  dwas:4%
installation               20  0.00794  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:35%  dwas:10%
construction               19  0.00755  dwas                 dwas:53%  inference:37%  onet_dimensions:11%
principles                 16  0.00635  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  15  0.00596  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  dwas:20%  onet_tasks:7%
activities                 14  0.00556  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:21%  dwas:14%
includes                   13  0.00516  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
management                 13  0.00516  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  inference:46%
projects                   12  0.00477  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  dwas:25%  inference:25%
project                    12  0.00477  inference            inference:50%  dwas:42%  onet_tasks:8%
objects                    12  0.00477  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
technical                  11  0.00437  inference            inference:64%  onet_dimensions:27%  onet_tasks:9%
performance                11  0.00437  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:18%  onet_tasks:9%
managers                   11  0.00437  inference            inference:100%
resources                  10  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
technology                 10  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:30%  inference:30%
body                       10  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
generation                 10  0.00397  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
renewable                  10  0.00397  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:40%
customer                    9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%
requirements                9  0.00357  dwas                 dwas:33%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%
installations               9  0.00357  inference            inference:56%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:11%
personnel                   9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:11%
costs                       9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  dwas:22%  inference:22%
monitoring                  9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
production                  9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
control                     9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
ideas                       9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
needed                      8  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
quality                     8  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%