medium risk
Solar Photovoltaic Installersvs
70 shared · 13 different
core competencies
Side-by-Side Comparison
Weatherization Installers and Technicians leads 4–0| Metric | Solar Photovoltaic Installers | Weatherization Installers and Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Score | 25.2% | 24.2% |
| Risk Tier | Medium Risk | Low Risk |
| Risk Percentile | 20th | 17th |
| Tasks at Risk (>50%) | 6 / 15 | 4 / 15 |
| Median Salary | $51,860 | N/A |
| Employment | 28K | N/A |
Skill Comparison
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Sorted by largest difference
Handling and Moving Objects
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Scheduling Work and Activities
Performing General Physical Activities
Design
Documenting/Recording Information
Visualization
English Language
Mechanical
Engineering and Technology
Protective Factors
Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement
Solar Photovoltaic Installers
29%
total discount
Weatherization Installers and Technicians
29%
total discount
Task Risk Comparison
Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable
Solar Photovoltaic Installers
6 of 15 at risk86%Examine designs to determine current requirements for all parts of the photovoltaic (PV) system electrical circuit.
86%Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems.
84%Program, adjust, or configure inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes.
74%Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.
55%Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
Weatherization Installers and Technicians
4 of 15 at risk88%Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.
86%Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed.
86%Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work.
86%Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services.
49%Determine amount of air leakage in buildings using a blower door machine.
Wage Comparison
Solar Photovoltaic InstallersWeatherization Installers and Technicians
10th
$39,070N/A
25th
$46,040N/A
Median
$51,860N/A
75th
$63,020N/A
90th
$80,150N/A
Premium Head-to-Head Analysis
Displacement Timeline Comparison
Solar Photovoltaic Installers2028–2035
Weatherization Installers and Technicians2028–2035
20242030203520402045
Weatherization Installers and Technicians has a longer runway before significant displacement, projected 0 years later than Solar Photovoltaic Installers.
Transition Feasibility
1%
Skill Overlap
Low overlap — significant retraining needed for transition
0
Unique to Solar
0
Unique to Weatherization
Combined Protection Strategy
Regardless of which path you choose, focus on these protective factors
Creativity
Fine Manipulation
Regulatory Barriers
Social Intelligence
Solar Photovoltaic InstallersWeatherization Installers and Technicians