Vocational Areas

Renewable Energy Technician

NCS Code: 5321.0100

A Renewable Energy Technician installs, operates, inspects, and maintains systems that generate power from solar, wind, small hydro, and other clean energy sources. This role is found in solar farms, wind energy projects, rooftop solar installations, government energy agencies, and private EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) companies. It demands electrical safety knowledge, hands-on technical skills, and commitment to sustainable practices

SKILLS REQUIRED:

•  Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting 

•  Knowledge of solar PV, wind turbines, and small hydro systems  

• Safety and hazard awareness (working at heights, electrical safety)  

• Data recording, monitoring, and reporting 

• Team coordination and communication

SUCCESS STORY

Minushri and Amrita, co-founders of Think Raw, noticed a problem that most people overlooked — farmers and fishermen in Odisha were struggling with expensive, inefficient energy solutions that hurt both their productivity and their incomes. Driven by a commitment to community-driven innovation, they developed Matsya Bandhu — a solar-powered floating aerator designed specifically for fish ponds, which improves oxygen levels in water, enhances fish health, and significantly boosts overall productivity. The impact has been remarkable — farmers and fishermen using Matsya Bandhu have seen their incomes rise by nearly 30%, a life-changing difference for rural households dependent on aquaculture. Their journey — from identifying a grassroots problem to building a scalable renewable energy solution — stands as a powerful example of how technical skills in solar energy, combined with empathy for the community, can create innovations that truly matter.

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