Utica, NY – The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Oneida, and Madison Counties, Inc., is pleased to announce a groundbreaking opportunity designed to shape the future of our workforce in the renewable energy sector. Through the Building Pathways to Infrastructure Careers grant project, the Workforce Development Board will pave the way for a vibrant new skilled workforce and empower small businesses to drive sustainable development.

In response to the growing demand for skilled workers in the renewable energy industry, this initiative aims to create a robust pipeline of talent able to tackle the challenges of today’s clean energy landscape. The goal: To equip individuals aged 17 and older with the skills they need to excel in rewarding careers such as solar energy, electric vehicle maintenance, HVAC systems, weatherization, and more.

We can fund up to $4,000 per qualified trainee, with a streamlined application process that requires minimal paperwork. This initiative emphasizes worker-centered strategies, focusing on building environments that attract and retain skilled young workers.

Eligible trainees include those who:

• Are 17 years or older
• Are not enrolled in secondary school
• Reside in Chenango, Delaware, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Otsego, or Schoharie County
• Meet one of the following criteria:
• Unemployed
• Underemployed
• Incumbent workers
• Underrepresented populations

Our training initiatives include:

• Registered Apprenticeships
• On-The-Job-Training
• Classroom, Competency-Based, and Technology-Based Training strategies
• And More

Project Director Sarah Barcomb highlights the transformative vision behind this project: “As we recover from economic setbacks, the Building Pathways to Infrastructure Careers grant aims to ignite innovation in our region. By linking advanced manufacturing to clean energy, we are answering the pressing demand for skilled labor and opening the doors of opportunity for marginalized communities.”

This project not only offers employers a solution to workforce shortages but also ensures that the individuals in our community, particularly those historically underserved, can access fulfilling career paths that can change lives.

To apply now or for more information about this grant project, please contact Sarah Barcomb at (315) 207-6951, ext. 150 or email: sbarcomb@working-solutions.org

Go here to learn more about The Building Pathways to Infrastructure Careers training grant project: https://www.working-solutions.org/training-grant-programs/building-pathways-to-infrastructure-careers

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The total cost of the Building Pathways to Infrastructure Careers project is $1,999,341.(100% funded by a U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration grant.).

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