Tag: solar jobs
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Want to be a solar PV installer? Here’s what you need to know the job
Consumers who switch to solar energy can save up to an average of 30% on their monthly electric bills, in addition to other savings in the form of tax and financial incentives. These savings, plus the low cost of PV panels are a few of the reasons why more residentialRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Business is booming at Illinois’ Headline Solar, and they are looking to hire 100 more positions in 2020
Headline Solar is one of Illinois’ fastest growing solar company, hitting $5.2 million in revenue after just nine months of operation. Headline Solar is a residential solar energy company that helps Illinois households transition to renewable solar energy systems. In the last two months the company has more than doubledRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Two solar workforce programs launch to transition military veterans to solar industry jobs
The Solar Foundation is launching two new solar workforce development programs to connect transitioning military service members and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces with career training, professional development and employment opportunities in the solar industry. In partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s “Hiring Our Heroes” program, theRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Renewable energy apprenticeship program, path to employment launched by Utility Workers Union, Power for America
The Power for America Training Trust Fund (P4A) and Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA), AFL-CIO announced a new union apprenticeship program to provide skills training and a path to employment for in-demand jobs in the renewable energy sector. The Department of Labor (DOL)-certified, program provides individuals with specialized skillsRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Diversity in solar update: Two reports highlight the importance of multi-cultural job training
Solar industry leaders have made diversity and inclusion top objectives. Two unrelated reports make the case the job training is an important factor in achieving this goal while increasing the overall pool of qualified workers in the industry. Report shows struggles in staffing the Pacific Northwest Solar companies in OregonRead More — Solar Builder magazine