Herb Williams
Herb Williams joined Sphere after graduating from the PACT construction preapprenticeship program where he obtaine...
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Here in Washington state, we experience climate disruptions in the form of wildfires, flooding, heatwaves, and damaging storms. What’s causing climate change? Emissions from burning gasoline, coal and other fossil fuels for everyday needs like electricity, heating and transportation. These emissions are also causing health problems and shortening our lives. Just spend a few hours in Seattle breathing in the smoke from a distant wildfire and you get the picture. If we don’t cut emissions quickly, it’s just going to get worse.
The good news is that it’s possible to cut these harmful emissions by installing clean energy systems such as solar, electric vehicle charging stations, battery storage, and electrification in general. Even better, you can be part of the solution while earning a solid paycheck. Green jobs in clean energy such as solar installers and electricians are growing.
At Sphere One, our vision is an inclusive clean energy future where everyone has access to good green job opportunities. Currently, people of color and females are underrepresented in the clean energy industry. To build a more diverse workforce, Sphere One holds free clean energy career workshops and events to learn about the types of jobs available and find out how to gain the skills to get hired.
Email or call us to find out about our next event!
Job for Every Stage in the Process
First point of contact with client interested in clean energy system. Checks if the site is suitable for solar, EV charging, and battery storage, educates and gathers information.
Determines the size of the system, designs layout, calculates price and energy savings
Manages every step of the project – orders materials/equipment, schedules installation team, handles permits, updates customer and staff.
Installs solar panels, uses a power drill, handles heavy materials, climbs ladders.
Does the wiring on the solar electric system; Uses electrical line diagrams.
for Careers in Clean Energy
Ready for a job helping the planet reduce harmful emissions by working in solar, EV charging, battery storage, or general electrical? Our Clean Energy Career Pathway program provides paid training, resources and coaching customized to your chosen career path.
Interested in joining our clean energy job training program? We ask for a commitment to working in the trades or clean energy upon finishing the program. The ideal candidate also has a strong work ethic, is eager to learn, reliable and on time. Depending on whether you are interested in installing clean energy systems or working on the business side here are some other qualifications we are looking for…
Our program welcomes participants with a variety of backgrounds, interests, and experiences. We train aspiring electricians, solar installation technicians and business professionals to gain the skills to contribute to stabilizing our rapidly changing climate.
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Read MorePhotons. Sunlight is made of photons that knock the electrons loose in a solar panel. The loose electrons flow creating an electrical current. This is called the photovoltaic effect.
Less than 1%. There is enormous potential for more solar in Washington state.
DC, which stands for direct current.
AC, which stands for alternating current.
Inverter.
Electric vehicle. Driving an EV is a way to avoid burning gasoline, a fossil fuel that releases carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas causing global warming.
Call or email us for more information about our job training programs. Here are some other resources to explore careers in the growing clean energy sector.
Considering a career in construction? This apprenticeship guide, published by the City of Seattle, will help you get started down the pathway to becoming a skilled trades professional.
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With a focus on equity in the construction industry, ANEW provides an excellent pre-apprenticeship program for aspiring skilled trades professionals.
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Interested in becoming an electrician? The PSE JATC is an electrical training program in partnership with the IBEW Local 46 electrical union.
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Start your construction career by earning a certificate in the Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training (PACT) program.
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Subscribe to this free newsletter to find out about community resources, events and career opportunities right from your email inbox.
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The Construction Industry Training Council of Washington (CITC) is a trade school offering practical, hands-on training to gain entry into the skilled trades.
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An interactive tool to explore careers in solar, HVAC, energy efficiency, storage, and green buildings
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