Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installer
Power up your career as an EV Charging Station Installer
Job Details
Typical Tasks
- Connect electrical wiring for initial installations
- Read blueprints, schematics, and detailed instructions
- Inspect charging stations to identify any electrical problems that may be occurring
- Repair and perform routine maintenance on EV charging stations
- Collect data, document your work, and make sure your projects follow electrical codes
- Prepare job sites by unloading materials and cleaning up when the job is done
Typical Skills
- Ability to safely work with electrical equipment, hand tools, and power tools
- Comfort working outdoors and performing physical work tasks for extended periods
- Communication and customer service skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
Typical Experience or Education
- Employers may require a high school diploma or equivalent, and typically an additional vocational school certificate program
- 1–3 years of work experience is preferred, though most employers provide in-depth, job-specific training to all new hires
- Most EV Charging Station Installers are electricians by trade who chose to specialize in the popular EV market
- Previous workplace safety training and experience is a plus
Professional Development Opportunities
- If you are a state licensed or certified technician, the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP)
is the most comprehensive training for the installation of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and offers a full overview of the EV industry. - SAE International Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Technician Certification : Set yourself apart from other electricians by certifying that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to safely install, maintain, and repair EV charging equipment.
Electricians Are Supercharging the EV Boom
John Doran, President of PlugIn Stations Online, had a unique path that led him to a successful career installing EV charging stations.
See how you can grow your career and earn more money when you start as an Electrician.
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