Solar PV Instructor – NABCEP Prep & Field Training

The Leading Niche; Carbondale (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AOE International is seeking an instructor to lead the Solar Photovoltaic Career Pathway, aligned with NABCEP Associate tasks, in classroom, lab, and field settings. You will guide cohorts through PV safety, design, installation and O&M, and prepare participants for the NABCEP exam and entry‑level work on various scales.

Responsibilities include hands‑on installation, safety enforcement, and coordinating with host contractors and the Training Manager to mentor adults from underrepresented

Qualifications

• Three or more years installing, commissioning or maintaining PV systems.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional, PV Associate or equivalent NABCEP credential.
• Experience training or mentoring new installers; classroom/apprenticeship teaching preferred.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code Articles 690 and 705.
• Ability to connect with adult learners from underrepresented communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver solar modules: safety, core knowledge, design, installation, operations and maintenance.
• Lead hands-on installation on mock roofs and ground-mount racks.
• Teach construction fundamentals with the Training Manager.
• Enforce lab and job site safety practices including fall protection and electrical safety.
• Assess participants with tests, checklists and a final team installation.
• Prepare participants for the NABCEP Associate exam and practice exams.
• Supervise the job site practicum with host contractor’s crew lead and collect evaluations.
• Identify participants needing extra support and coordinate with the case manager.

Skills

PV installation

NABCEP credential

Train/mentor installers

NEC knowledge 690/705

Adult education/teaching

Job description

AOE International is seeking an instructor to lead the Solar Photovoltaic Career Pathway, aligned with NABCEP Associate tasks, in classroom, lab, and field settings. You will guide cohorts through PV safety, design, installation and O&M, and prepare participants for the NABCEP exam and entry‑level work on various scales.

Responsibilities include hands‑on installation, safety enforcement, and coordinating with host contractors and the Training Manager to mentor adults from underrepresented