Residential solar saw its biggest year in 2022 with 40% growth in installations and the residential market adding 9,500 jobs, according to the Solar Jobs Census 2022. The long-term demand for skilled residential solar installers is expected to grow as the world transitions away from fossil fuel generation to clean energy. As your company builds their residential solar installation team, we’re excited to offer the Free Onboarding Bundle for New Residential Solar Installers to help your new staff kickstart their solar career.

Even the best installers started with no experience. 

At HeatSpring, we understand that the first steps in building a solar career are crucial. We’re here to equip new staff with the baseline solar, energy storage, and construction knowledge they need to get started on the right track. This selection of free courses is tailored to provide learners with a solid foundation and a seamless onboarding experience as your company launches new careers in residential solar installation.

Course Content 

Our Free Onboarding Bundle for New Residential Solar Installers covers a wide spectrum of topics, ensuring learners receive comprehensive training that prepares them for the on-the-job learning that lies ahead. Here’s a quick look at the content:

Solar Power 101 – In this foundational course, learners will gain a broad understanding of solar technology, the business, finance, technical and engineering sides of solar, and the renewable energy market. This course sets the groundwork for a career in solar.

5 Things You Should Know About Silicon PV Panels – Installers get their hands on thousands of solar modules throughout their career. Dr. James Rand explains several important things anyone working with solar should know.

IronRidge’s Installing on Pitched Roofs – Comp Shingle – Walk through a residential PV installation on a pitched composite shingle roof in this course from IronRidge. Students will learn installation best practices, solar building codes, and more. While the course teaches about IronRidge racking, it’s much more than a product training. 

Battery Capacity – The Basis of Storage – In this recently updated course, students will understand the key concepts of energy storage, like battery capacity, amp-hours, watt-hours, discharge rates, and more. 

Why Take the Free Onboarding Bundle for New Residential Solar Installers Bundle with HeatSpring?

  • Totally Free: We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality training as they begin their career in solar installation. That’s why we put together this bundle of free courses. Once new staff get adjusted and are confident they intend on continuing their solar career, then they can invest in more in-depth training.
  • Expert Instructors: Learn from seasoned professionals who have spent years in the solar and storage industries. Our expert instructors bring real-world experience to your learning journey.
  • Flexible Learning: Access our courses online from anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re a newcomer to the industry or transitioning from a related field, our courses are designed to fit your schedule.

Starting a career in solar installation is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future while building a fulfilling profession. With our free bundle of courses, your new staff receive the essential training and knowledge to embark on this journey with confidence.

Enroll in your team in the Free Onboarding Bundle for New Residential Solar Installers today via your team dashboard!