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Photovoltaic solar energy installation and maintenance technician

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Photovoltaic installer

Description

Technician specialized in the installation and maintenance of photovoltaic solar power modules or panels and auxiliary equipment for the production and consumption of electricity for homes, industry and services. These systems transform solar radiation into electricity to cover a large part of the demand for electricity without emitting pollutant gases. Its applications go from the operation of small consumer devices (watches, calculators) to the electrification of homes or isolated towns, street lighting, etc. These systems may be independent, that is directly consuming the energy generated or, in more and more cases, connected to the electricity distribution network.

Tasks

  • Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of low and medium voltage photovoltaic solar power systems, as well as the power lines and auxiliary control equipment. The work is based on plans, drawings and technical specifications and applying the regulations and safety and quality conditions.
  • Connection to the distribution network, if necessary.
  • Maintenance work to obtain optimum energy efficiency.
  • Often manages and markets devices in small businesses or workshops.

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Centre per al desenvolupament professional Porta22

Barcelona Treball (Porta22)
Llacuna, 156-162, 08018 Barcelona
bcn.cat/treball

900533175
Monday to Friday from 9 to 18 h

Generalitat de Catalunya
Unió Europea FEDER
Unió Europea FSE