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GREEN JOBS
A Guide to Your Local
Next-Step Opportunities
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAP TER ONE: RENEWABLE E N E R G Y P A G E 5 - 9
In Chapter 1, we look at jobs and training programs dealing with renewable energy. These are jobs
that use both new and old technologies to create energy that is much safer for the environment.
There is a large range of opportunities, from researcher to installer and beyond.
CHAP TER T WO: T ECHNOL OG Y & E F F IC IE N C Y P A G E 1 0 - 1 3
In Chapter 2, we look at jobs and training programs dealing with energy efficiency and green
building. These are jobs that use both new and old techniques to build new buildings that
use less energy, and repair exciting buildings to increase efficiency. There is a large range of
opportunities, from engineer to technician and beyond.
CHAP TER T HREE: RESOUR C E MA N A G E ME N T P A G E 1 4 - 1 7
In Chapter 3, we look at jobs and training programs relating to the natural resources. These are
usually considered the “greenest” of all jobs, as they deal directly with things like water, air, land
management, and plants. There is a large range of opportunities, from technician to property
managers and beyond.
CHAP TER F OUR: T RAINING P R O G R A MS P A G E 1 8 - 2 5
In Chapter 4, we look at specific local green training programs and GED programs.
18-23: Local Training Programs
24-25: GED Programs
PREFACE
The concept of a green job, and all of the positive things that
can come from having one, can be confusing. In this guide, we
will be taking research done by GTECH Strategies, the Student
Conservation Association, and the Green Jobs Advisory Board to
both provide more information about specific green jobs, as well as
give you information about local training opportunities.
Green jobs have many benefits. By their definition, they are jobs that
work towards making the environment better. They can range from
recycling truck driver to alternative fuel chemist, and everywhere
in between. Many green jobs are entry level positions with the
opportunity to start working without a college degree. Many green
companies that employ workers follow a more sustainable set of
guiding principles to follow. Those include the concept of the “triple
bottom line,” where employers don’t just worry about their profits at
the end of the day, but rather are concerned with the people both
who work at the company and in the surrounding community, the
planet in terms of their environmental impact and minimizing harm
to the environment, as well as profits. This triple bottom line or
“triple P” mentality means that many green employers invest more
in their employees, providing higher compensation, better benefits,
and more consideration toward the work environment. These are
just a few of their benefits of having a green job and working for a
green company.
In most cases, training is the first step towards becoming qualified
to attain a green job. Some, more traditional green jobs have well
established requirements; if you’d like to work as an environmental
lawyer, you are going to need a law degree. Many green jobs,
however, have not been considered “green” for very long and as
such might have a different path to follow to be qualified. Many of
those jobs consist of a skilled labor component, and required either
a specific training program or on-the-job training. In this guide, we
will go through some local training opportunities as well as explore
some specific green jobs.
H O W D O Y O U D E F IN E A G R EEN J O B ?
The United Nations Environment Program defines green jobs as
work in agricultural, manufacturing, research and development
(R&D), administrative, and service activities that contribute
substantially to preserving or restoring environmental quality.
Specifically, but not exclusively, this includes jobs that help to
protect ecosystems and biodiversity; reduce energy, materials,
and water consumption through high efficiency strategies;
de-carbonize the economy; and minimize or altogether avoid
generation of all forms of waste and pollution.
OR
You can think of it this way. What makes a job green? A green
job pays a living wage and helps to improve the environment
of the planet. Remember – you can make any job greener by
thinking creatively about how it can help the planet. WIND TURBINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN
What does a Wind Turbine Service Technician do?
Wind turbines are very large pieces of machinery that turns wind into
energy that we can use in our homes and everyday life. However, just
like all machines the turbines require installation and maintenance
from someone who understands how they work. As a technician you
would spend time working to make turbines function when they were
broken and also installing new ones.
How do I know if this is right for me?
Do you like to fix things? Have you spent time taking things apart and
trying to put them back together just to understand how they work?
Do you imagine yourself working outside in different locations? Now,
imagine working on wind turbines that have blades that are over 100
feet long!
What could I earn? Where could I work?
Wind energy is growing fast and there are many companies developing
technology for it. Many companies hire people starting around $30,000
and after gaining several years experience technicians can make up
to $60,000. In the immediate future there are estimates of 20,000
jobs being created in Pennsylvania related to wind energy. Companies
like PPG, Westinghouse, and WR Casteel make wind turbine parts with
national companies like General Electric hiring in many states.
Expected Income
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F EATURED TRA INING O PPORT UNI T I E S
CCAC’s Mechatronics Training p.19
Pittsburgh Job Corps Center p.21
New Century Career’s Manufacturing 2000 - Machinist Training Program p.22
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RENEWABLE EN ERGY
What’s so green about that?
Right now when you turn on the lights or watch TV the energy is being
created by coal or natural gas or petroleum. The positive quality of
wind is that it will not run out like the other sources and when we use
it there is no pollution created. Some experts believe that up to 20%
of our energy could come from wind! Check out the American Wind
Energy Association website for awesome information on how wind
energy works: http://www.awea.org/learnabout.
How can I become one?
Wind turbine service technicians require good mechanical knowledge
of motors and electricity. By studying math and science courses
you will build your basic knowledge. Some employers want to see
that you have relevant experience working on mechanical problems.
Check out this Depart of Energy Website that lists wind power training
programs around the country, including Pennsylvania: http://www.
windpoweringamerica.gov/schools/education/education_training.asp.
RENEWABLE ENERGY RESEAR C H ER
RENEW ABL E ENERGY
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What does a Renewable Energy Researcher do?
Before you can buy anything in the store, there was usually a time that
the product was researched. Many companies are researching ways to
meet our energy needs with renewable resources – like solar, wind or
biofuels – so that we don’t have to depend on other sources that will
eventually go away. As a researcher you would work for a business or
a university to discover new ways to generate energy or to improve the
ways that already in use. If you want to learn more about researching
renewable energy, check out: http://www.nrel.gov/learning/student_
resources.html.
Renewable energy technology is an important part of making the planet
greener because it creates less pollution and is easier to transform into
usable power than many other sources like fossil fuels. By working on
finding new sources or improving the current ones you would be a part
of solving some of the most complex problems in the world. Did you
know that some scientists are researching how to use old diapers for
fuel? Right now in Pittsburgh people are researching how to use ink
that will turn sunlight into energy! What would you research?
In your free time do you like to imagine new inventions? Do you enjoy
science experiments and testing your ideas about how things work? Do
you like focusing on the specific details of a project and making sure
that everything is done correctly? If you want to be part of making new
discoveries that will change how we live on the planet then you may
want to become a renewable energy researcher.
The first thing to do is to set up a job shadow with someone working
as a researcher to find out if it is interesting to you. Right now you can
work your hardest in school and learn the most you can so that you will
be prepared for difficult college courses in the future. To become a
research scientist you will want to find a college or university that has
strong programs in research in your area of interest so that you will
be prepared with strong skills to make an impact. Did you know that
Pittsburgh is home to the National Energy Technology Lab? Check out
their resources for students and career planning: http://www.netl.doe.
gov/education/students.html.
Pittsburgh is a very good place to be to do research in renewable energy
because it is a center for universities and for energy research. Right
now there are over 600 research scientists in the Pittsburgh area
working at places like Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh.
After developing your skills as a researcher you can expect to earn a
salary in the upper 60,000’s.
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FEATURED TRA INING OPPORT UNI T I E S
This position typically requires at least 4-year college degree. There are several programs nationwide that would be great training
for this position. If you’re interested in pursuing a 4-year college degree, search out schools that fit your needs and inquire about
their specific programs. University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University are good places to start.
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) INSTAL LER
What does a Solar PV Installer do?
The term photovoltaic means “producing energy from light” and you
have probably seen this happening with solar panels on buildings, in
pictures, or even along the highway. These panels are taking sunlight
and turn it into electricity that we can use. As an installer you would be
responsible for understanding how these panels work and how to get
them installed in a variety of places and in different kinds of weather.
Are you interested in how to turn sunlight into electrical power? Do you
enjoy working with your hands and figuring out how to fix machines? Do
you like being outside in different kinds of weather? If these questions
are interesting to you then you may want to learn more about solar
photovoltaics installation.
Right now there are many different people working on solar installation,
from large general construction contractors to small independent
entrepreneurs. It is fairly rare to see a business that deals exclusively
with solar, so most will have multiple services. Many solar installers
work at hourly wages that range from $14-20. For more information
about solar energy in Pittsburgh check out Conservation Consultants:
http://www.ccicenter.org/ or PennFuture http://www.pennfuture.org/.
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F EATU RED TRA INING O PP ORT UNI T I E S
The A. Philip Randolph Institute’s Breaking the Chains of Poverty Program p. 18
Heritage Community Initiatives’ Mon Valley Energy Innovation Training (MOVE-IT) p. 20
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RENEWABLE EN ERGY
The field of solar energy is growing and will become a critical source of
power for the planet. As more energy comes from renewable sources
like the sun, then we can rely less on other sources like petroleum and
coal that are limited and cause more pollution. With new technology
installers will constantly have the chance to learn new ways of doing
their work! Did you know that solar energy could supply 69% of the
United States’ electricity?
The first thing to do is to find someone who works in solar panel
installation and request to set up a job shadow with them to find out
what it is like. There is not a definite career and study pathway so
you will have to make sure that you have a good understanding of
electronics and take coursework on the latest in PV technology. By
developing a good understanding of electronics you will have good
skills to bring to solar PV installation. Check out this website for more
information: http://www.solarenergy.org/index.html, as well as the
ALTERNATIVE FUEL RESEA R C H ER
REN EWABLE ENERGY
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What does an Alternative Fuels Researcher do?
Have you noticed the price of gas go up and down and cause people a
lot of frustration? Much of our lifestyle depends on being able to get
around in our cars and so we need inexpensive fuel to be able to do
that. The trouble with most of our gas is that it causes a lot of pollution
and much of it comes from far away places. That is why many people
spend time researching and thinking about different ways to make
our vehicles move. There are many potential sources of fuel, such as
algae, tall grasses and sunflowers. As a researcher you would work for
a business or a university to find new fuels or improve upon the current
ones. If you want to learn more about researching renewable energy
then check out Penn State Cooperative Extension at http://extension.
psu.edu/energy.
One of the major sources of greenhouse gases that contribute to global
warming are the cars we drive. Creating a different kind of fuel would
mean that a major source of pollution would be reduced. Growing fuel
from vegetables also creates other types of green. Did you know that
GTECH collects used cooking oil with our program ReFuel (http://www.
refuelpgh.org)? A local company, Fossil Free Fuel, filters and sells the
used oil as an alternative to diesel fuel. What kind of fuel would you
want to make?
Do you like understanding cars and engines? In your free time do you
like to imagine new inventions? Do you enjoy science experiments and
testing your ideas about how things work? If you want to be part of
making new discoveries that will change how we fuel our cars and
trucks then you may want to become an alternative fuels researcher.
as a researcher to find out if it is interesting to you. Right now you can
work your hardest in school and learn the most you can so that you will
be prepared for difficult college courses in the future. To become a
research scientist you will want to find a college or university that has
strong programs in research in your area of interest so that you will
be prepared with strong skills to make an impact. Did you know that
Pittsburgh is home to the National Energy Technology Lab? Check out
their resources for students and career planning: http://www.netl.doe.
gov/education/students.html.
Pittsburgh is a very good place to be to do research in renewable energy
because it is a center for universities and for energy research. Right
now there are over 600 research scientists in the Pittsburgh area
working at places like Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh.
After developing your skills as a researcher you can expect to earn a
salary in the upper 60,000’s. Check out this website for jobs in the
biodiesel field: http://www.biodiesel-jobs.com/.
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RENEWABLE ENERGY ENTREPRENEUR
What does a Renewable Energy Entrepreneur do?
An entrepreneur sees a need and has an idea for how to meet that
need. Many entrepreneurs start their own business based on their idea.
Some start nonprofit organizations so that they can meet a social or
environmental need. An entrepreneur works very long hours usually
with a high level of uncertainty about how his or her organization will do
until a few years have passed. As an entrepreneur you will need to be
able to do many different kinds of tasks – administrative, marketing,
building relationships and managing finances – in order to make
your idea successful. Some entrepreneurs have connected renewable
energy with small villages in Nigeria and Thailand. What would you do?
Do you like the idea of creating a new business? Do you feel passionate
about certain ideas and want to make them a reality? Are you willing to
take risks even if you might fail at what you are doing? Are you excited
about new and different energy sources? If these questions are exciting
to you then you may consider becoming an entrepreneur in alternative
energy.
Pittsburgh has several thousand small businesses, but not a lot of new
ones, which creates an opportunity for new growth. Although it is very
risky to start your own business, there are many resources to help people.
The opportunities for growth depend on the market you enter and your
own drive for success and the competition in the field. To learn more,
check out the green technology network at the Pittsburgh Technology
Council: http://www.pghtech.org/networks/green-technology/default.
aspx.
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There is no specific training needed for an Entrepreneur, however many of the training programs in this booklet will help you get a
better lay of the land to pursue an entrepreneurial future. Read through the listings in this booklet to see what type of programs
speak out to you on your independent path to entrepreneurship.
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RENEWABLE EN ERGY
Much is unknown about how to best use renewable energy sources or
even if we have discovered all of the options available. This provides
lots of opportunity for new enterprises to explore this area. By creating
more businesses focused on renewable energy there will be more
competition, which will lead to better products and services that are
of benefit to the environment. By finding new sources of energy or
improving the current ones, you would be a part of solving some of the
most complex problems on the planet. Some experts believe that up to
20% of our energy could come from wind!
as an entrepreneur to find out if it is interesting to you. In school
you should take business classes and work hard on your writing and
communication skills. There is no tradition path to becoming an
entrepreneur, however if you want to work with renewable energy you
should have a very strong understanding of energy and how it is used.
Understanding how to manage finances and write a business plan are
also very important skills for entrepreneurs to succeed.
CONSTRUCTION MAN A G ER
What do Construction Managers do?
Take a minute to think about all the different parts of a building:
the walls, roof, floors, electrical systems, plumbing and heating. As
a construction manager it is your job to coordinate with every person
who works on those parts so that the building comes together properly.
You may spend one day working with the architect understanding the
building plans and the next day underneath the house looking at the
pipes with the plumber.
TECHNOLOGY & EFFICIENCY
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One important part of keeping the planet and our community healthy is
reducing how much stuff that goes into landfills and using materials
that are healthier for the planet to begin with. Construction creates a
lot of waste – the average home creates more than 4 tons of waste! By
using materials like sustainably harvested wood or non-toxic chemicals
you can also help out the planet. Did you know that some companies
construct buildings that stop 99.5% of the waste from going to the
landfill? Maybe you could make it 100%?
Do you like building things? Do you like working with people to get
things done? Are you interested in how buildings are created and all
the people involved to make it happen? If this is interesting then you
should consider a career in construction.
The first step is to arrange a job shadow with someone who is a
construction manager and ask them questions about their work.
Consider looking for a labor job on a construction site so that you
can experience how it looks and feels. Study your math because you
will need to understand building plans and codes so that everything
is built correctly on the site. Research local colleges and universities
to find out about their construction management programs, such as
CCAC’s Building Supervision Construction Degree (http://www.ccac.
edu/default.aspx?id=138617#degree) or the University of Pittsburgh’s
program in civil engineering with a focus on construction management
(http://www.engineering.pitt.edu/Civil/Undergraduate/Construction_
Management__Concentration).
There are many construction companies in the Pittsburgh region,
including Mascaro Construction Company and Massaro Corporation.
Construction managers often start out with salaries in the low 40,000’s
and can gain experience to reach the upper 70,000’s. Each year the
Pittsburgh area has around 23 openings for construction managers.
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FEATU RE D TRA INING O PP ORT UNI T I E S
CCAC’s Green Construction Certificate Program p.18
Laborers’ Apprenticeship, District Council of Western PA p.21
New Century Careers’ Manufacturing 2000 – Machinist Training Program p.22
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GREEN ENGINEER
What do Engineers do?
Engineers are the people who build and design most of the things you
see around you ranging from roads, computers, cars, refrigerators or
medical devices. If you were an engineer you would focus on the kinds
of things you wanted to work on. If you want to spend your time figuring
out how roads and bridges are made you would become a civil engineer.
If you wanted to learn about how machines function and are made, then
you would become a mechanical engineer.
Do you like understanding how things work? Are you often thinking
about new ways to design things? Do you enjoy the precision of math?
Do you like the experiments you do in science class? If you said yes to
any of these then you may want to consider engineering.
Engineers’ salaries range depending on their specialty. In Pittsburgh
many people start out with a salary around 47,000 and can make up
to 80,000 with experience. There are lots of engineering companies in
Pittsburgh. Some of the companies working on environmental issues
include Plextronics and Civil & Environmental Consultants. In the
Pittsburgh area each year there are about 100 openings for engineers a
year. With industry giants like US Steel, Alcoa, PPG and Westinghouse,
there are many companies that are often hiring engineers.
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CCAC’s Mechatronics Training p.19
Steamfitters’ Apprenticeship, Local Union #449 p.23
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Think about this: one of the most difficult problems to solve is how to
make and use our stuff in a way that does not damage the environment.
As an engineer you would have the opportunity to learn and invent new
ways to make things work that are better for the planet. The company
“National Instruments” has a good description of Green Engineering on
its website: http://www.ni.com/greenengineering/.
First of all you want to learn about engineering and what kind is
most exciting to you – ask your friends and family if they know of any
engineering company to see what it is like. The University of Pittsburgh
(http://www.mascarocenter.pitt.edu) and Carnegie Mellon (http://
www.ce.cmu.edu/research/eesm.html) both have programs for green
engineering. Check them out!
ENERGY AUDITOR & WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN
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What do Energy Auditors & Weatherization Technicians do?
Although both jobs are different they have the same goal: make
homes more efficient. When you audit something you are evaluating
how well things are working and if they are done in the best way
possible. An energy audit looks at all the ways that your home uses
energy for heating and electricity and where it can be improved –such
as with better windows or better seals around door frames. Often a
weatherization technician will come in to make the improvements that
are recommended by the audit. Did you know that energy audit and
weatherization can save 18-25% on a home’s heating costs?
Building use more than 1/3 of the energy in the United States. By
finding ways to reduce the amount of energy needed in a building, you
are not only saving people money, but you are reducing some of the
pollution that is created from the production of that energy.
Do you like helping people? Do you enjoy working on projects around your
house or apartment? Do you like to figure out how to make something
work better? If you enjoy these activities and are interested in working
to help the planet then you may consider working to improve the energy
performance of homes and buildings.
The first thing to do is to find someone who works in energy auditing
and weatherization and request to set up a job shadow with them to
find out what it is like. The Diagnostic Energy Auditors of Western PA
(http://deawp.com/) is a great resource. In school pay attention to
your science and math courses to prepare you for the calculations and
understanding of air movement you will need to have to be successful
in the field. There are a variety of ways to become an energy auditor
or weatherization technician. The Weatherization Training Center in
central PA has a website with good information on trainings: http://
www.pct.edu/wdce/wtc/.
There are a variety of levels of income in the field of energy auditing
and weatherization, depending on where you work and what kind of
buildings (homes, businesses, etc) you work on. Some pay by the hour
and some pay by the job. Each county has a prevailing wage level for
weatherization work. In Allegheny County, you can make over $17 per
hour to start as a Weatherization Worker!
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The A. Philip Randolph Institute’s Breaking the Chains of Poverty Program p.18
CCAC’s Green Institute: Weatherization Training p.19
Insulators Apprenticeship, Local Union #2 p.21
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ARCHITECT & ARCHITECTURAL DRA FTER
What do Architects and Architectural Drafters do?
Architects are responsible for the design of buildings, from their safety
to how they look. Drafters are an important part of the process and help
to put the design and ideas of the architect into readable and workable
plans. These responsibilities require an understanding of how to create
the right space to fit the needs of the owner of the building. In an
average day an architect may meet with his or her clients to discuss
their building and the drafter would spend time creating the plans
that are appropriate for them. Imagine working on the design of your
favorite building!
Do you like looking at the design of different buildings? Do you enjoy
drawing and sketching things? Do you like challenging math problems?
Do you like imagining new things and figuring out how to create them?
If these sound interesting to you then you may consider pursuing a
career in architecture.
In the Pittsburgh area there are close to 1000 architects and
architectural drafters working, with about 10 openings for drafters
each year. Drafters’ salaries range from the upper 20,000’s to the
upper 40,000’s and architects average salary is in the mid 70,000’s.
Check out this list of projects Pittsburgh’s Community Design Center
for more information on local architects: http://designfund.cdcp.org/
Grants/Funded_Projects.htm.
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This position typically requires a 4-year college degree or 2-year technical training for a drafter. There are several programs
nationwide that would be great training for this position. If you’re interested in pursuing a 4-year college degree or 2-year
technical degree, search out schools that fit your needs and inquire about their specific programs. University of Pittsburgh and
Carnegie Mellon University are good places to start.
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Buildings use about one third of the energy in the United States. An
architect can help change this fact by designing buildings that use
less energy. Some architects pursue this goal by gaining a “LEED”
certification. (LEED means Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design,) which shows that they know how to design buildings with
greater efficiency and less environmental impact. Some architects
even design homes that are so efficient that when solar panels are
added they actually produce energy instead of use it! To learn more
about green buildings visit the Green Building Alliance: http://www.
gbapgh.org.
You should start by arranging a job shadow with an architect so that you
can see firsthand what they do. You will want to study your math and
physics very well so that you understand how buildings hold together
safely. After high school you should plan on 8-10 years of training that
include getting a professional degree, working under an architect and
then taking your license exams before you can begin working. If you are
interested in being a drafter it takes the same strong ability in math,
but your training will be shorter with a 2-year technical degree.
HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN AND U R B A N
FA R M ER
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What does a Horticultural Technician or Urban Farmer do?
There are a variety of options in the horticultural field based on what
kind of plants you grow. Some businesses grow trees and bushes for
landscaping while others grow food for people to eat and others grow
flowers for gifts and inside people’s homes. As a technician you will be
primarily responsible for the growing and care for the plants and as a
manager you will oversee the general operation, and in urban farming
you will focus on food production.
There is not much greener than growing plants. However, there are
many ways to make plant growing better for the planet. For example,
by not using harmful fertilizers and pesticides, you can have a positive
effect on the soil, animals and watersheds. Growing plants in a
sustainable way can be positive for people in your area and good for
the planet. Did you know that eating food grown in your region saves 17
times the oil and gas that was used to produce and transport the food
you eat from around the world!
Do you like growing things? Have you ever grown food in a garden and
enjoyed the great flavor of the vegetables? Do you like being outside?
Are you interested in biology and how plants grow and thrive? If this is
interesting to you then you may want to consider working in horticulture
or urban farming.
in the horticulture field to see if it is something that you would enjoy.
Right now you should pay particular attention to your science courses
so that you can learn about the biology and chemistry that helps
plants grow. In some horticultural occupations the best training is
through an apprenticeship or attending a 2-year training at a local
community college or technical school. Check out Manchester Bidwell’s
Horticulture Technology program: http://www.bidwell-training.org/
majors/horticulture-technology.
There are many local horticulture businesses in the Pittsburgh area that
employ around 250 people in greenhouses and nurseries. Technicians
often begin earning salaries in the low 20,000’s and managers can
earn up to the mid 40,000’s. Check out Grow Pittsburgh for information
about urban farming: http://www.growpittsburgh.org.
Expected Income
Years of training
needed after
high school/GED
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ELECTRIC UTILITY WORKER
What does an Electric Utility Worker do?
Do you remember the last time there was a bad storm and the electricity
went out at your house? The people that bring the energy back to your
house are the utility workers. They work either outside along power
lines or at electric generation plants to make sure that the power is
getting to people’s homes as it should.
Do you like helping people with very important problems? Do you like
being outside in all different kinds of weather? Do you like understanding
how electricity works and moves from one place to another? If these
questions are interesting to you then you may consider working in the
electric utilities field.
The electric utilities industry is a promising field to pursue a career
because many of their workers are retiring. In the Pittsburgh area there
are approximately 3000 workers in the utility industry. Workers starting
their career can expect to make a salary in the low 30,000’s with
experienced workers earning in the low 50,000s. Check out this site from
Duquesne Light to learn about Act 129 and some energy conservation
measurer: http://www.duquesnelight.com/CustomerServices/Act129/
default.cfm.
Expected Income
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needed after
high school/GED
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The Energy Grid is one of the most important areas of the economy to
improve by making green. Did you know that about 7% of all energy that
flows along electric lines is lost due to old parts and long distances?
With more power coming from renewable sources like wind and solar
there is much work to be done to make the electric utility industry a
leader in greening the planet.
The first thing to do is to set up a job shadow with someone working in the
electric utility field to learn firsthand about what they do. Right now be
sure to study your math and science coursework so that you understand
some of the basics behind electrical power generation. To succeed in
this field it is helpful to have good mechanical understandings and an
ability to problem-solve. Many local community and technical colleges
and unions offer 2-year programs that provide training for successful
entry into the utilities industry. For more information on careers in
utilities visit: http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs018.htm.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATIO N IS T
What does an Environmental Conservationist do?
To conserve something is to keep it in a certain condition. In environmental
conservation you work to make sure that whatever will be done to natural
areas it has the least harmful impact. Many people working in this field
work in organizations dedicated to conservation or they may work for a
local, state or federal part of the government that is responsible for
managing areas of land. Some people work out on the land as rangers
or researchers, while others work to make the rules and laws necessary to
protect the land. Check out this link on youtube from the SCA: http://www.
youtube.com/watch?v=PxrHYz4MttI or this site from the Environmental
Protection Agency: http://www.epa.gov/careers/student/index.html.
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When you think about the environment there are many ways that it can be
altered – by building new houses or roads, by putting up a new factory, by
farming or by making an area a park. There are many kinds of pressure on
the nature environment and without people actively working to conserve
and protect the land it could be at risk. According to the National Forest
Service from 1997-2007 we lost 6,000 acres of open space and forest a
day – that is nearly 4 football fields a minute! By working to make sure
that the land, water and resources we need are still available in the future
it is important that conservation efforts continue. What would you want
to conserve?
Do you enjoy going to Schenley or Frick or Westinghouse Park when you
have free time? Do you like to go camping or hiking in the forests and
mountains? Do you think about the different national parks you want to
visit, or where you will next go snowboarding or scuba-diving? If you are a
lover of the outdoors then you may want to pursue a career in the field of
environmental conservation.
A good first step is to find someone in the field with whom you could do
a job shadow to find out what it is like. Make sure to take time to study
science and work on your writing and speaking skills. Regardless of what
part of conservation you want to pursue, you will need to understand
ecology and how the land, air and water work together and are protected.
If you want to learn more about the variety of conservation careers, check
out this website for the program in Environmental Studies at the University
of Pittsburgh: http://www.pitt.edu/~esweb/.
There are a variety of jobs in environmental conservation. The salary
for workers in the conservation field can range from the 20,000s to the
70,000s. The number of openings varies on the kind of position, but with
about 350 people working in the field in Pittsburgh there are approximately
20 openings each year. Check out the list of environmental organizations
from the Green Building Alliance to learn about who’s out there: http://
www.gbapgh.org/content.aspx?ContentID=71.
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REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY MANAGER
What do Real Estate and Property Manager do?
Real estate and property mangers watch over houses, apartments, and
commercial buildings. They make sure that everything is working and
the property is in good shape. Depending on the company, you may
spend a day focusing on problems with the buildings or you may work
with potential buyers or renters to show them what homes are available
that would suit their needs.’
Do you enjoy working with people? Do you feel satisfied when you
have made your room or your house look clean and neat? Do you like
fixing things? If you like a variety of working with people and physical
activities then you may enjoy managing property and real estate.
In the Pittsburgh area there are nearly 500 people working in this field.
Currently there is a lot of uncertainty for people buying and selling
houses, and that has a large impact on how many people are needed
to manage the properties. Be sure to research the real estate field as
you plan for your future. When the real estate market was doing well,
a property manager could expect to earn a salary in the mid 50,000’s
after gaining some experience. To learn more about green buildings
check out the Green Building Alliance: http://www.gbapgh.org/content.
aspx?ContentID=27.
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An important part of making the planet greener is by improving our
buildings and making them healthier. As a real estate or property
manager, you would have the opportunity to “green” your properties
through more efficient lighting, healthier landscaping techniques, and
by encouraging green living from your renters and buyers. By working
in this field you would have the chance to positively change the places
where many people live or work in a way that helps the planet. Did you
know that 80% of corporate real estate owners are willing to pay more
to make their properties better for the planet? Why not join to make
that 100%?
in the real estate and property management field to find out if it is the
kind of work that you might enjoy. Many people in this field choose to
pursue college studies in business with a focus on real estate. Others
find their way to the field by working for a management company in
maintenance and then climbing to a management position. Check out
the course for real estate credentials at CCAC here: http://www.ccac.
edu/default.aspx?id=146583.
WASTEWATER MAN A G ER
What does a Waste Water Manager do?
Every major town and city must take care of the wastewater that is
created by its inhabitants. They do this by creating treatment facilities
that cleans the wastewater before it is returned to the environment.
Waste Water Managers are in charge of making sure this all happens
correctly and the waste is appropriately dealt with. As a manager
you would have a broad set of responsibilities from understanding
how to test water quality to dealing with any trouble that occurs with
machinery.
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Water is one of the most precious resources on the planet and we have
responsibility to use it wisely. People working in waste water treatment
have a great opportunity to make sure that we deal with our water
responsibly and do not waste it or pollute it. Waste water managers
in Pittsburgh have very complicated challenges in the future, as they
address ways to improve the old sewer systems which is currently
causing public safety problems. Did you know that in Allegheny County
the major treatment facility, ALCOSAN, treats 128,000 gallons of
wastewater a minute? (http://www.alcosan.org)
Are you interested in how large mechanical systems operate? Did you
ever wonder where water goes after it leaves the drain from the shower,
sink or toilet? Do you appreciate having clean streams and rivers and
want to keep them that way? If some of these questions interest you
then you should consider work in the wastewater treatment field.
The first thing to do is to set up a job shadow with someone working at
a wastewater treatment plant such as ALCOSAN to see what it is like.
Right now you can make sure that you are learning all that you can in
your science and math classes so that you can be ready to deal with
the complicated issues at the plant. To be best prepared for this field
you should consider pursuing a two-year degree or an apprenticeship in
wastewater treatment technology. You will also need to study to get the
state license to be a water system operator. If you want to learn more
visit these websites about water management: http://www.wef.org/ or
http://www.awwa.org/.
Many local towns have a wastewater treatment facility in addition
to ALCOSAN, which serves most of Allegheny County. Wastewater
managers make an average yearly wage in the low 30,000s. The
prospects for work in this field in Pittsburgh are good considering the
major changes in Allegheny County’s sewer system could cost $10
billion or more.
Expected Income
Years of training
needed after
high school/GED
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Plumbers Apprenticeship, Local Union #27, #42, and #47 p.22
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LANDSCAPER
What does a Landscaper do?
Landscaping is a very broad field that includes everything from working
with the plants and soil in people’s yards to large projects in public
parks. Landscapers are in charge of making the natural elements of a
place work together, which includes everything from looking beautiful
to properly functioning water drainage systems. You may spend oneday planting trees and another learning about irrigation systems.
Do you find yourself noticing how trees and shrubs and flowers go
together? Do you love being outside in all different kinds of weather?
Are you interested in ecology and understanding how people and
nature interact with each other? If these questions interest you then
landscaping may be a field for you to explore.
Even with many people concerned about maintaining their home in
tough economic times, landscaping will continue. The spectrum of
earnings for landscaping is broad with laborers making about 20,000
per year and landscape architects averaging 65,000. In the Pittsburgh
are there are over 3000 people employed in landscaping, with many
seasonal openings during the summertime.
Expected Income
Years of training
needed after
high school/GED
Bidwell Training Center’s Horticulture Technology Major p.18
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In order to live in balance with the planet we have to understand our
impact on our surroundings, including the amount of waste we create,
the kind of chemicals we put on the earth and how we conserve precious
resources like water and topsoil. Landscaping involves all of these
issues and presents an opportunity for improving the way in which we
interact with nature. Check out Phipps Conservancy’s website on ways
to be sustainable: http://phipps.conservatory.org/project-green-heart/
index.aspx.
Regardless of what part of landscaping you want to pursue, you will
need to understand basic ecology and have a working knowledge of
how to care for plants. There are many seasonal entry-level positions
that require a good work ethic and being in shape. More advanced
landscaping requires studying and understanding water systems,
carpentry and a deeper level of botany. If you are interested in the
design element then you will need to study landscape architecture.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
The A. Philip Randolph Institute’s
Breaking the Chains of Poverty Program
Participant Costs: Free. Participant Compensation Available
This is a 6-week training program that covers both soft and hard
skills including Carbon Footprint, Green Chemistry, and Life Skills
training. This program targets residents of public housing as well
as non-public housing individuals ready and willing to make a
positive change in their lives. The goals are to raise awareness
and educate residents of public housing and others about green
jobs and the green economy, develop a leadership pipeline among
residents of public housing and others in support of investment in
the green economy, and connect community members to training
and employment programs.
Length of Training Program (weeks): 6
Geographic Location: Classes are held in the Hill District and
Downtown Pittsburgh
Program Services:
• Job Placement Assistance
• General “Green Economy” Education
• Job-Readiness Skills
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Age Restrictions (years): 18 - No Maximum Age
Notes: This program is free and provides a mild compensation for
participants. This program drug tests participants.
Contact Information
Name: Dewitt Walton
Phone: 412-562-2290
Email: [email protected]
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Pittsburgh Housing Authority: http://www.hacp.org
Construction Junction: http://www.constructionjunction.org
Mt. Washington Community Development Corp: http://mwcdc.org
Bidwell Training Center’s
Horticulture Technology Major
Participant Costs: Free
In this major, you will establish a strong background in the plant
sciences while making connections to critical environmental
issues. We teach core subjects in addition to addressing
labor market awareness, job readiness, communications and
professional development.
Classes run in the fall and spring. They are 8 months long
with 1 month of externship. Potential students can attend an
information session on Monday and Wednesday from 8:00am to
noon. Assessment testing is Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00am
to noon. Retesting is on Wednesday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm.
Green Industry/Job: Horticulture
Contact Information
Phone: (800) 516-1800
URL:
http://www.bidwell-training.org/majors/horticulturetechnology/
P O S S IB L E O P P O R T U N I TI ES
A F T E R T R A IN IN G
Penn State Center: http://pittsburgh.center.psu.edu
Grow Pittsburgh: http://www.growpittsburgh.org
Phipps Conservancy: http://phipps.conservatory.org
Eichenlaub Landscaping: http://www.eichenlaub.com
CCAC’s Green Construction Certificate Program
This program looks at sustainable design and building the green
way. Building green means looking at every aspect of the building
process. From efficiency and low-toxicity to environmental impact,
the benefits of green construction can be seen financially,
environmentally and in the health of the building’s occupants.
Students must take five of the eight classes to gain a certificate
in Green Construction. Courses may also be taken individually.
Courses offered:
• Sustainability & How to Measure it/Advantages of Building
Green: This course takes a look at the concept of sustainability
and sustainable design is needed. LEED—what is it and
how it works for new construction, existing buildings and
commercial interiors—will be discussed. • Site Selection & Orientation: The location of building is
almost as important as what’s being built. In this course
learners will see how to utilize land to the best advantage,
explore home design needs to fit a lot and examine drainage
of land, septic systems and wells. Suggestions for dealing
with bad lots will be covered as well.
• Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): This course answers the question,
“Why worry about indoor air quality?” Learners will discover
how to create a safe, healthy and productive environment, see
the LEED rating system for IAQ and realize the optimal indoor
conditions for healthy indoor living.
• Sustainable Building Materials for Exterior Use: This course
explores the use and advantages of Insulated Concrete Forms
(ICF) and Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs). Learners will
also discuss hybrid framing, the life cycle of materials and
cement board siding.
Sustainable Building Materials for Interior Use: This two-hour
course looks at types of flooring—sustainable (like bamboo)
and not sustainable, types of trim, paints to use and avoid,
other materials to avoid and renewable materials for interior
construction.
Green HVAC Systems: This class will examine whether or
not a geothermal unit is needed, as well as the paybacks
of installing a geothermal unit. Learners will learn the
advantages and disadvantages and examine radiant heat,
standard forced air systems, water for air conditioning and
air-to-air heat exchangers to help make informed decisions
about HVAC systems.
Smart Electrical System: There is a smart way to wire a
building and in this course, students will take a look at audio/
video wiring, the use of solar electric, wind energy, solar heat
and different types of smart lighting.
Realistic Budgets for Construction Projects: Students will
explore realistic budgets and costs for green construction
projects to discover if it costs more, what should be paid for
green products, what can be gained by using green products
and what kind of payback can be expected. Energy Efficient
Mortgages (EEMs) will also be discussed.
weatherization field but are interested in becoming a certified
weatherization worker can contact their local PA Career Link office
for additional information on funding opportunities.
Contact Information
Name: Reggie Overton
Phone: 412.788.7536
URL:
http://www.ccac.edu/default.aspx?id=151233#Green
Institute
Participant Costs: Free to those who qualify.
Mechatronics is a new and exciting engineering field that
integrates mechanical and electronic components with
hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and computer controls in the
manufacture of industrial products and processes. Mechatronics
makes it possible to create simpler, more economical, reliable
and versatile commercial and industrial products. The field frees
people from routine tasks and allows them to focus on solving
problems, fixing equipment breakdowns or changing processes for
optimal operation.
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Participant Costs: Yes, scholarships may be available
CCAC/Local 95 Weatherization Training: Weatherization training
teaches individuals how to make homes more energy efficient
using measures that are safe and cost-effective.
Our training courses cover a wide variety of weatherization
techniques that address inefficiencies in the heating, cooling
and electrical systems of a building, inefficiencies in electricity
consuming appliances and inefficiencies related to building
envelopes.
All individuals performing weatherization work which is funded
by the Department of Energy are required to have weatherization
certification.
The State of Pennsylvania Department of
Labor & Industry offers funding for the training required to
obtain certification. Workers who are already employed in
the weatherization field can visit the Pennsylvania Workforce
Development website for additional information on funding
opportunities. Workers who are not currently employed in the
Contact Information
Name: Danielle Jolliff
Phone: 412.788.2194 or
Email: [email protected].
ACTION-Housing: http://www.actionhousinggreen.org
Diagnostic Energy Auditors of W. PA: http://deawp.com
Weatherization Works: http://www.paweatherization.org
CCAC’s Mechatronics Training
Length of Training Program: 300-hour program offered in two
sessions, with students able to choose from a full-time day option
(10 weeks) or a part-time evening option (30 weeks)
Requirements:
Each prospective student must register to take the Test of Adult
Basic Education (TABE) placement test to determine his or her
level of math and reading. A 10th- grade level of mathematics is
required for acceptance into the program.
• Those who score at or above a 10th-grade math level will be
admitted directly into the program.
• Those who score between seventh- and 10th-grade math
levels will have the option of participating in a 10-week
remediation period, to include study and tutoring time, before
being retested.
• Individuals who score below a seventh- grade math level will
not be admitted to the program at this time.
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TRAINING PROGRAMS
CCAC’s Weatherization Training
Length of Training Program (weeks): 1-4 weeks, depending on
level
Program Services:
• Pre-Apprenticeship Training
• Professional Certification
Contact Information
Name: Sylvia Elsayed, Project Coordinator
Phone: 412-788-7534
Email: [email protected] URL: www.ccac.edu, search keywords “mechatronics”
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WR Casteel: http://www.wrcasteel.com
Massaro Corporation: http://massarocorporation.com
Union Apprenticeship Programs: http://www.buildersguild.org
Electrician Union Apprenticeship
IBEW Local Union #5 and #712
Participant Costs: Free. Participants earn wages through the program.
Electricians install, maintain, and test power, lighting,
communications and other systems in commercial, industrial, and
institutional buildings. Also covered is residential work and all the
power, lighting, and systems in houses and apartment complexes.
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During the 5 years of apprenticeship you also will be required
to take 24 free college credits through CCAC. The first 3 yrs. of
apprenticeship classes are conducted during the day, for example
working 4 days on-the-job and one day in the classroom, but would
be paid for the full week. This schedule will continue in yrs. 1-3 .
In the 4th and 5th yrs, apprentices would attend classes 2 nights
a week or one Saturday.
Length of Training Program (hours): Classroom: 2000 (4-5 yrs), On
the Job: 10,000 (4-5 yrs)
Other Restrictions: Must posses a high school diploma or GED,
Possess a valid PA drivers license, be drug free, have suitable
transportation
Contact Information
IBEW Local Union #5, 5 Hot Metal St., Pittsburgh PA 15203
Phone: 412-432-1145
URL: www.ibewlocal5jatc.org
IBEW Local Union #712, 217 Sassafras Lane, Beaver PA 15009
Phone: 724-775-6920
URL: www.ibew712.org
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With Union Apprenticeships, most next step job opportunities
exist within the union. Please contact the local Union Halls to
gain more information about possible placement.
Heritage Community Initiatives’
Mon Valley Energy Innovation Training (MOVE-IT)
The Mon Valley Energy Innovative Training (MOVE IT) is a program
through Heritage Community Initiatives (HCI), a non-profit,
community based organization located in Braddock, PA. The
MOVE-IT program serves their participants by providing technical
skills and the guidance to overcome barriers to employment. The
technical portion provides a background in energy-related topics
and a “toolbox” of skills that prepare our participants to seek entrylevel employment in specialized areas such as deconstruction,
green infrastructure, home/building energy performance, and
environmental monitoring. Our classroom curriculum is designed
around a rigorous 5-week intensive program that contains the
following elements:
• 1 week of life skills training and introduction to energy and
the environment
• 2 weeks of certification training (examples of certification
include OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, OSHA Confined
Space, Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor, and Lead Renovation,
Repair and Painting)
• 1 week of specialized training (such as deconstruction, green
infrastructure, home and building energy performance, and
environmental monitoring)
• 1 week of resume building and job search
Program location: Braddock, PA
Program Services:
Other Program Details:
• Drug Testing Required
Contact Information
Name: Melanie Young
Phone: 412-351-0535
http://www.heritagecommunityinitiatives.org
UPMC POWRR Program: http://www.upmc.com
Option Insulation: http://www.optioninsulating.com
Massaro Corporation: http://massarocorporation.com
Insulators Apprenticeship, Local Union #2
The work of the Insulator/Asbestos Worker includes the insulation
of both industrial and commercial mechanical systems (i.e.
piping, boilers, duct work, storage tanks, and equipment) for
the purpose of energy savings; burn protection; and to control
system heat transfer and condensation. Industrial applies to
power plants, chemical process plants, refineries, steel mills,
etc. Commercial applies to schools, hospitals, offices, etc. The
Insulator/Asbestos Worker may also be state licensed for asbestos
abatement. The Insulator/Asbestos Worker works with many types
of insulating materials, mastics, and vapor barriers. Work is done
from blueprints, using a wide variety of power tools; also cutting,
leveling and fastening tools.
Work is done indoors and outdoors, sometimes in noisy and
dirty surroundings. Jobs are many times located in areas not
easily accessible by public transportation. Work is active and
strenuous; occasionally in cramped, uncomfortable conditions;
and occasionally on scaffolds high above the ground. Possible
injuries include falls, cuts, and exposure to hazardous dusts and
chemicals.
Other Restrictions: Must posses a high school diploma or GED,
transportation
Contact Information
Local Union #2, 1057 Clinton Rd., Clinton PA 15026
Phone: 724-695-3902
URL: www.apprentice.org/insulators.html
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Laborers’ Apprenticeship
District Council of Western PA
Laborers are involved with most phases of the construction
Length of Training Program (hours): Classroom: 288, On the Job:
4,000
Available Certifications:
• Asbestos Worker and Supervisor
• Hazardous Waste Worker
• Leader Worker and Supervisor
• Flagger Safety
• First Aid/CPR/AED
• Pipeline Operator-Qualified
• Forklift
• OSHA Construction Safety and Health
Other Restrictions: Must possess a high school diploma or GED,
transportation
Contact Information
Laborers’ District Council of Western PA, Saxonburg PA, 16056
Phone: 800-442-8868
URL: www.laborpa.org
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A F T E R T R A IN I N G
Pittsburgh Job Corps Center
Participant Costs: Free. Participant Compensation Available
The career technical training is by cohort. Students interested in
the college program must take the compass test. Students from
Allegheny County come into a week long pre-enrollment program.
There is a career preparation phase, then the training, assistance
with resume and job search, and continued career counseling
support up to a year after completion. All students who enter
in Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive, or Construction career
technical training areas will train in a variety of green subject areas,
including Electrician, Facilities Maintenance, Manufacturing,
HVAC and weatherization, greenhouse reconstruction, wind
turbine, solar panels, and biodiesel fuel production.
Length of Training Program: Variable by program
Geographic Service Area: Pennsylvania, Delaware, Kentucky,
Virginia, Maryland
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TRAINING PROGRAMS
Recommended High School Courses: Algebra, geometry,
mechanical drawing, and blueprint reading
Length of Training Program (hours): Classroom: 576 (5 yrs), On the
Job: 6,000 (4 yrs)
• OSHA
• CPR and First Aid
• Abatement Processes Welding
industry. They work with scaffolding, soil compaction, transit,
and level, trenching and shoring, traffic control, air tool operation,
and many other assigned tasks. Laborers build structures, roads
and bridges, care for the sick and elderly, maintain government
functions and carry out a variety of other demanding employment
responsibilities with skill and efficiency.
Program Services:
• GED Prep
Age Restrictions (years): 16 - 24
Other Program Details:
• Drug Testing Required
Contact Information
Name: Dottie Sweeney
Phone: 412-441-8665
URL: pittsburgh.jobcorps.gov
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Diagnostic Energy Auditors of Western PA: http://deawp.com
Community College of Allegheny County: htpp://www.ccac.edu
Plumbers Apprenticeship, Local Union #27, #42, and #47
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Plumbers design, install, and maintain sanitary, storm, water supply,
and gas service lines, plumbing fixtures, and mechanical equipment.
Plumbers protect the health of the nation and specialize in both
commercial and residential work, and also in back-flow and dye testing.
They work on everything from the stadiums to residential homes and
small businesses.
Length of Training Program (hours): Classroom: 1,200 (5 yrs), On the
Job: 10,000 (5 yrs)
• Plastic Fusion
• Adult CPR
• Welding
• Journeyman’s Plumbers License
• Medical Gas Installer
• Brazer
• Backflow
• Prevention
• Foreman
Other Restrictions: Must posses a high school diploma or GED, Possess
a valid PA drivers license, be drug free, have suitable transportation
Contact Information
Plumbers Local Union #27,
1040 Montour West Industrial Park, Coraopolis, PA 15108
Phone: 724-695-9047
URL: www.ua27.org
Plumbers Local Union #42 (Northwest PA), Monaca PA 15061
Phone: 724-775-6728
Plumbers Local Union #47 (Erie PA), Erie PA 16509
Phone: 724-775-6728
New Century Careers
Manufacturing 2000 – Machinist Training Program
Manufacturing 2000 offers entry level machinist training to qualified
applicants at no charge. The program consists of both classroom and
hands on experience as well as special sessions focused on professional
development and resume writing. During the training programs students
will learn the basics of: Pedestal Grinders, Saws, Drill Press, Surface
Grinders, Lathe, Vertical Milling Machines, CNC Machines, Blueprint
Reading, Applied Math, Layout and Benchwork and Precision Measuring.
The program supplies area manufacturers with employees to replace
their aging workforce and strengthen southwestern Pennsylvania’s
economy. Each semester, between 15 and 20 students are accepted
at each of the M2K training locations in the Greater Pittsburgh region.
There are typically between 3 and 6 sites per semester.
Following graduation, New Century Careers maintains a job hotline with
current openings at regional manufacturing companies. In addition, the
Student Services and Placement Coordinator works closely with each
student to find appropriate employment. Since 1997, New Century
Careers has graduated more than 600 machinists and welders, and has
placed about 70 percent of those graduates with western Pennsylvania
companies.
Geographic Service Area: Western PA
Program Services:
Other requirements:
• Every program applicant must have a high school diploma or GED
• Zero Tolerance Drug Policy.
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Contact Information
Name: Edward Henry
Phone: (412) 258-6617
URL: http://www.ncsquared.com
P OSSIBL E OPPORT UNIT IE S
AF T ER T RAINING
Conco Systems: http://www.concosystems.com
Universal Electric Corporation: http://www.uecorp.com
Thermal Industries, Inc.: http://www.thermalindustries.com
Full list of partners: http://www.ncsquared.com/whypartner.asp
Steamfitters’ Apprenticeship, Local Union #449
Steamfitters install and service pipes and measuring devices in
water and steam-pressure systems, air conditioning and refrigeration
systems, and power and fuel facilities. They are highly trained craftsmen
who fabricate, install and service piping systems. They may be found
on job sites involving single-family homes, garden and high-rise
apartment buildings, large and small office buildings, supermarkets,
food warehousing and processing facilities, power plants, chemical
installations, factories, public buildings and health care facilities.
Other Restrictions: Must possess a high school diploma or GED, Possess
a valid PA drivers license, be drug free, have suitable transportation
Contact Information
Steamfitters Local Union #449, 1459 Woodruff St., Pittsburgh PA 15220
Phone: 412-481-0333
URL: www.ua449.com
POSSIBL E OPPORT UNI T IE S
AF T ER T RAINING
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TRAINING PROGRAMS
Length of Training Program (hours): Classroom: 1,500 (5 yrs), On the
Job: 10,000 (5 yrs)
• CFC Refrigerant Handling
• Various Welding Certifications
• Plastic Fusion
• Medical Gas
• Backflow
• HVACR Star Technician
• Pipe Fitter Star Technician
LOCAL G ED P R O G R A M S
TRAINING PROGRAMS
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For many training programs or jobs, a high school diploma or GED, General Education Development Test, will be required. Below
are some local programs that can help you obtain your GED.
AIU Even Start Family Center
412-461-3606 or 412-394-5712
Provides literacy training and GED preparation to parents with children less than 8 years of age. The program incorporates
adult education, early childhood education, parenting education, and parent and child together time.
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
412-394-5876
Classes meet at two locations: near Downtown Pittsburgh, and in Braddock. There are a variety of morning, afternoon, and
evening classes to accommodate students who also have work or family obligations. Instruction is individually tailored
to address those areas in which the student needs to most practice in order to pass the GED. All classes are free, but you
must call to register.
Alli-kiski Learning Center
724-335-0707
1711 Fifth Avenue, Arnold, PA 15068
http://aklc.org/
Provides instruction in GED preparation, literacy training, reading and math brush-up. Also has a family literacy
component.
Bidwell Training Center
412-323-4000 or 800-516-1800
1815 Metropolitan Street Pittsburgh, PA 15233
www.bidwell-training.org
Literacy, adult basic education, and GED preparation are offered at this vocational training school.
The Bridge of Pittsburgh
412-325-0951
425 6th Avenue 20th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219
http://www.thebridgeofpittsburgh.com/
Stabilization services (healthcare, medical assistance), education (GED, SAT prep, financial aid assistance, tutoring), and
job readiness training.
Carlow University
412-325-7705 or 412-821-9504
Offers reading and math assessments, individual adult tutoring for remedial reading and math, GED preparation and pretesting.
CCAC Downtown Campus
412-394-6989
625 Stanwix Street, 11th Floor
http://www.ccac.edu/
Free GED preparation classes offered Monday and Wednesday nights from 5pm- 8:30pm. Registration is required.
CCAC South Campus
412-469-6258
West Mifflin, PA
http://www.ccac.edu/
Free GED preparation classes offered Monday and Wednesday nights from 5pm-8:30 pm. Registration is required.
Community Empowerment Association
412-371-3689
400 N. Lexington Avenue, Building 500 Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Provides GED preparation and job readiness training to out-of-school youth from Wilkinsburg, Clairton, Duquesne,
Braddock, Rankin, and surrounding areas.
412-373-8100 x223
607 Beatty Road, Monroeville, PA 15146-1501.
http://www.forbesroad.org/
Offers day and evening classes in GED preparation and basic literacy skills.
Goodwill Literacy Initiative
412-632-1841
http://www.goodwillswpa.org/GED-Test-Preparation
Basic literacy training, reading and math brush up, and GED preparation classes are available free of charge.
Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council
412-393-7600
411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 550, Pittsburgh PA
Offers one-on-one and small group tutoring to students throughout Allegheny County. Volunteer tutors meet with
students for a few hours a week in a public place to study basic literacy skills, math brush-up and GED preparation. All
tutoring is free of charge.
Hill House Association
412-392-4453, 412-273-4604, and 412-392-6472
http://www.hillhouse.org/home/help/programs/ged.html
Provides City of Pittsburgh residents classes that help them prepare for their GED and for employment. Services are
available for free.
LO C A L G ED P R OGRAMS
Forbes Road Career And Technical Center
Job Corps Program
1-800-733-5627
Program to help teens and young adults learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED and get help finding a good
job.
724-458-6700 x1238 or x1209
453 Maple Street Grove City, PA 16127.
http://www.miu4.k12.pa.us/departments/abeged.asp
Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers day and evening classes for area residents over 16 years of age. The program
prepares students to read, write, and develop the skills needed to succeed in everyday life. The program also prepares
participants for the GED-the high school equivalency exam. This program emphasizes individual instruction based
upon the need of each student. Classes are taught by state-certified teachers and are served by a counselor to help
participants with educational and vocational plans.
All classes are free. Participants may register by attending the classes. Participants may start a class at any time.
Rosalia Center at Pittsburgh Catholic Charities
412-682-4410
624 Clyde St. Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
http://www.ccpgh.org/
Offers a home-like setting for women while they are pregnant and following the birth of their child. An on-site high
school provides opportunities for young mothers to study and graduate while offering nursery care for infants and
special classes and parenting training for both the mother and father. The center also offers free pregnancy testing,
counseling for families, health-related casework services and employment counseling.
YouthBuild
412-665-5200
5138 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh,PA 15224
Offers unemployed and uneducated youth ages 16-24 the opportunity to work towards their GED or high school diploma
while learning job skills. Pittsburgh Youthbuild Location is at Garfield Jubilee Association
TRAINING PROGRAMS
Midwestern Intermediate Unit 4
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For more information, Contact:
GTECH Strategies
6587 Hamilton Ave
Pittsburgh PA 152106
412-361-2099
[email protected]
www.gtechstrategies.org
For updated information on Green Job Training Programs, please see www.gjab.org

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