Solar Jobs No Experience Required
81 positions available
ACT Power Services
Field Service Technician - Harrisburg, IL
Rise Technical Recruitment
Solar O&M Technician - Commercial
Team Sunshine Construction
Solar Electrician Apprentice
Team Sunshine Construction, LLC
Solar Electrician Apprentice
Array Tech
Service Technician I - Utility Scale Solar - Road Warriors Needed!
ACT Power Services
Field Service Technician - Harrisburg, PA
ACT Power Services
Field Service Technician - Lemoore, CA
ACT Power Services
Field Service Technician
NextEra Energy
PV Solar Field Technician III (Entry Level) Stafford Solar in Roaring Springs, TX
NextEra
PV Solar Field Technician III (Entry Level) Stafford Solar in Roaring Sprin
AES Clean Energy
Solar Technician Apprentice
Genpro Energy Solutions
Apprentice Electrician
Rosendin
Solar Laborer
Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District
Maintenance Technician I
Comcast
Entry Level Solar Installer
United Solar
Solar panel installer
TCI
Solar Installer
SolarXperts
Solar Sales Representative
MRINetwork
Junior Estimator - Commercial Construction
Solar Pros
Solar Sales Consultant - Woodbridge
Phoenix Exteriors
Solar Sales Representative
Types of No-Experience Solar Jobs
Solar companies hire below the full installer level. These five roles appear most often in postings that accept candidates without solar experience.
Solar Installer Helper
Helpers carry panels, stage racking and move material around the site. It is the most common entry point without experience. The crew teaches the tools and process on the job.
Solar Apprentice
An apprenticeship provides a structured path to full installer work. Employers may pay for OSHA 10 or 30. Wages usually rise at set milestones as the apprentice takes on more of the installation.
Racking Crew Member
Racking crews assemble the mounting system before panels arrive. The work is physical and repetitive. It is also a fast way to learn the mechanical side of an installation.
Warehouse / Logistics Associate
Warehouse associates pull equipment, track inventory and load crew trucks. They stay off the roof while learning the materials. Some companies promote reliable warehouse staff into installer openings.
Trainee Field Technician
Trainees shadow licensed technicians on service calls and O&M work. The pace is often steadier than new construction. Electrical or HVAC experience can make this route easier to enter.
What These Jobs Actually Require
Experience may be optional, but physical requirements are not. Many postings ask candidates to lift 40 to 50 pounds and work at height. A valid driver's license and reliable attendance also matter. Crews often provide OSHA 10 training after hire.
Warehouse roles usually emphasize driving history and stamina. Apprenticeships add formal pay milestones. Those steps may include a first independent installation or a first crew-lead assist.
Entry-Level Solar Pay
BLS reported a $51,860 median for PV installers in May 2024. That figure covers all experience levels. Beginner wages usually start below it.
$17-20/hr
Helper / Apprentice
Starting pay, no experience required
$20-25/hr
Apprentice, 6-12 Months In
After step-up milestones on structured programs
$51,860
Installer National Median
BLS, May 2024, all experience levels
Job Outlook
BLS projects 42% growth for PV installers from 2024 to 2034. That is among the fastest rates it tracks. Expanding crews cannot rely only on experienced candidates, so many employers train new hires.
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Starting Out: More Resources
Most beginners start on an installation crew. Check the Solar PV Installer Salary by State before comparing offers. Our guides explain how to become an installer and how to find an apprenticeship. Ready to apply? Browse solar PV installer jobs or solar technician jobs.
Disclaimer: Salary and outlook figures use Bureau of Labor Statistics data and national averages. Pay varies by employer, region and role. Confirm training requirements with each employer.