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Introduction
The solar and storage industries are growing rapidly, and will need a well-trained, expanded workforce to keep pace with this growth. SEIA is supporting the industry in coming together to build a more diverse, inclusive, equitable, and resilient solar+ storage workforce.
At SEIA, we believe that a diverse workforce creates a more resilient organization - one that supports a strong, equitable solar industry.
Workforce Development
Workforce development is the ongoing engagement, skilling, reskilling, and upskilling of future, incoming, and existing industry workforce members to strategically meet the current and future needs of the industry, while also motivating and meeting the needs of individuals in the workforce. Our members are part of a larger ecosystem of organizations that we must work with to be successful.
SEIA’s member companies will need a pipeline of trained workers across the spectrum of roles from project managers to engineers, salespeople, technicians, installers, electricians, system designers, operations managers, executives, and a variety of business professionals. Roles involving solar installation and installation of related technologies including battery storage, field service maintenance, electrical work, and often sales roles to name a few, are some of the fastest growing roles in the industry, and they do not typically require a college degree.
SEIA is supporting the development of programs, tools, resources, and networks that benefit our member companies, partner organizations, and solar industry workers. Building a robust workforce can only be achieved through the active involvement of solar companies that want to work with community-based organizations, training providers, educational institutions, and other workforce organizations.
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News & Resources
Address immediate recruiting, training, apprenticeship, and career development needs, with a focus on reaching diverse, underserved communities and expanding the size of the workforce. Highlights of SEIA’s work in this space to date include these resources for employers:
Explore apprenticeship options for creating an in-house apprenticeship program at your company, participating in a union-based apprenticeship program, or participating in a non-union based group apprenticeship program.
SEIA’s Solar Job Board is a platform for job seekers and employers to learn about opportunities in the solar and storage industry by posting and applying for jobs, and also to access community intel, valuable information that will help jobseekers make more informed decisions about where to live and work.
Strengthening workforce experiences, policies, and culture is key to attracting and retaining the workforce we need as an industry. SEIA’s DEIJ resources are tools to support employers with that effort.
SEIA’s Solar 101 Program is an all-inclusive platform for solar energy professionals to access expert knowledge on specific industry topics and trends. The program includes a diverse set of courses that will provide value to both new entrants to the industry and established professionals who are looking for a refresher on certain solar subjects.
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Community Colleges Connect
Community Colleges Connect links SEIA member companies with community colleges to build a skilled solar and storage workforce. Companies can connect with career centers, job fairs, and local schools, while community colleges gain direct access to job openings and industry resources. This is an evolving resource, check back regularly for updates.
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