By Theresa Ficazzola
Let’s face it, energy is critical. We need it to cook, work, get from one place to another, and live comfortably in our homes. Without it, our lives would be extremely difficult, but most of us give little thought to how energy impacts our day to day lives.
This year marks the 12th anniversary of Careers in Energy Week, a time to explore the many jobs available in this exciting field.
The energy industry has come a long way. Today, there are many more careers for individuals looking for challenging jobs in energy, not just your typical “electrician” job. Whether you’re trying to decide on a college major in the field, or a seasoned pro looking for a career change within energy, there are lots of opportunities to choose from.
Energy Jobs
Surprisingly, there are about 6 million people employed in the energy field and tens of thousands of open positions. Options include:
Renewable Energy
- Geothermal
- Wind
- Solar
- Water
- Nuclear
Home Building and Manufacturing
- Manufacturing
- Government Energy Management
Sustainable Transportation
- Vehicles
- Bioenergy
- Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
Traditional
- Electrician
- Electrical Engineering
- Oil, Gas and Coal
- Power Line Technician
- Power Plant Operators
How About a Career in Solar?
If you’re interested in solar power, the Solar Training Network addresses critical needs for high-quality, local, accessible training in solar installations and related skills.
If you’re looking for more information about solar power jobs, NABCEP, the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is the most respected, well-established and widely recognized certified organization for solar professionals.
Within the solar industry, jobs exist in:
- Manufacturing
- System design
- Project development and management
- Installation and operations
- Engineering
- Inspection
- Sales
- Solar instructors
Call SI Solar Today
If you’re looking for a job in solar, our SI Solar sales and installation teams are always looking for reliable, self-motivated individuals. Find out more about SI Solar by calling 844-747-6527.
If you already have a job but are looking for solar power for your home or business, we would love to help you save money on your monthly electricity bill and do something positive for the environment. Give us a call today at 844-747-6527.
