Answers about the SMaRTech program.

SMaRTCert℠ is the Specialized Maintenance and Reporting Technician Certification — the industry-recognized credential earned through the SMaRTech℠ registered apprenticeship program. SMaRTech prepares technicians for non-electrical maintenance, inspection, and reporting of solar PV, EVSE, and clean-energy infrastructure.

No. SMaRTCert intentionally focuses on the non-electrical scope of work — cleaning, inspection, preventive maintenance, documentation, reporting, and asset management. Electrical work is not part of the SMaRTCert scope.

Yes. SMaRTech follows the registered apprenticeship model, which means you earn while you learn through paid on-the-job training with an employer partner.

High school graduates, community college students, veterans, career changers, incumbent workers, and job seekers are all encouraged to apply.

No prior experience is required. SMaRTech is designed as an entry-level career pathway, and the curriculum builds foundational skills before advancing into specialty tracks.

Program length varies by track and employer, but combines Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI) delivered by college partners with paid On-the-Job Training (OJT) provided by employer partners in a competency-based model.

Certification is earned by completing the curriculum and demonstrating competency across safety, inspection, maintenance, documentation, reporting, professionalism, and asset management.

Yes. Employers partner with SMaRTech to provide paid On-the-Job Training (OJT), help shape the curriculum, and build a reliable pipeline of trained, safety-focused technicians who earn SMaRTCert certification. College partners handle the Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI). Visit the Employers page to learn more.