Clean Energy
Select a training program in which you would like to obtain training and pursue a career.Industry: Clean Energy
Description: Howard Ecoworks offers a paid, 40 hour/week green job training program called UpLift. This program runs for 10 months from September to June each year and is aimed at helping adults ages 18+ start a career in the environmental field. Participants will work on conservation and restoration projects such as planting trees, installing or maintaining rain gardens and conservation landscapes, and removing invasive plants from woodlands. They receive industry specific training on safety and tool usage, plant identification and installation techniques and professional development trainings about how to search for jobs effectively. Throughout the program there are industry exposure and networking events where participants meet local environmental employers and learn about potential careers and job openings.
Location:
14270 Burntwoods Road
Glenwood Maryland 21738
Certifications Earned: Participants earn their Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional - Associate, Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED, OSHA-10, MD Erosion and Sediment Control Responsible Personnel.
Eligibility: Participants must be ages 18 and up, interested in getting a full-time job in the environmental field following the program, be available to work Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM, and have reliable transportation to the work location 14270 Burntwoods Rd, Glenwood MD 21738. Participants must also be able to stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 pounds repetitively throughout the day and be able and willing to work outside.
Expected Earnings: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour. Starting salaries can vary widely depending on the industry.
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Clean Energy
Description: Civic Works’ Remediation and Construction Industry Partnership (RCIP) training program prepares participants for careers in the remediation, infrastructure construction, and utility industries through hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications. Participants receive training in construction safety, hazardous materials handling, environmental remediation, utility construction, and job readiness skills. The program also includes practical hands-on activities, including a lineworker training component designed to simulate real-world job sites. Participants can earn multiple industry-recognized certifications and receive support with job placement and career advancement opportunities upon completion.
Location:
Civic Works’ Center for Sustainable Careers
3501 Brehms Lane, Suite B
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
Certifications Earned: Participants earn their AHERA Asbestos license, OSHA 30-hr Construction Safety, OSHA 40-hour Hazardous Site Worker Protection and Emergency Response, OSHA Confined Space Operations, OSHA First Aid with CPR, OSHA Equipment Operator, ATSSA Flagger, OSHA 24-hr Industrial Emergency Response, DOT HAZMAT, OSHA Hazard Awareness and Communication, and OSHA Disaster Site Worker.
Eligibility: Participants must be Maryland residents ages 18 or older who are unemployed or underemployed. No prior experience is required, but applicants should demonstrate interest in the career field.
Expected Earnings: Participants typically earn between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour upon entering the workforce. Wages vary based on experience level, job title, and employer, with opportunities for wage growth and advancement.
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Clean Energy
Description: Civic Works’ Solar Installer Training Program prepares participants for in-demand careers in the solar and clean energy industry through a mix of classroom instruction, hands-on training, and job site experience. The program begins with job readiness training to help participants build communication, teamwork, and workplace professionalism skills. Participants then complete approximately 96 hours of hands-on solar installation training, including ladder safety, harness use, racking installation, electrical basics, and solar panel mounting, along with on-the-job training opportunities with local solar employers. Civic Works also provides supportive services, including transportation assistance, tools, and employment readiness support. Upon completion, participants are connected directly with solar employers for job placement opportunities in the growing clean energy workforce.
Location:
Civic Works’ Center for Sustainable Careers
3501 Brehms Lane, Suite B
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
Certifications Earned: Participants earn their OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification, and OSHA Fall Protection Certification.
Eligibility: Participants must be Maryland residents ages 18 or older who are unemployed or underemployed. No prior experience is required, but applicants should demonstrate interest in roofing, solar, construction, or electrical work.
Expected Earnings: Participants typically earn between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour upon entering the solar and clean energy workforce. Wages vary based on experience level, job title, and employer, with opportunities for wage growth and advancement.
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Clean Energy
Description: VetWorks is a workforce development organization that provides vocational training, career readiness, and employment support for veterans and other economically disadvantaged individuals in need. The Electric Vehicle Technician Program is a 16-week pre-apprenticeship program designed to prepare participants for entry-level roles in the rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) service and maintenullce industry. Participants gain the technical skills, practical experience, and industry knowledge needed to succeed in a wide range of EV and clean energy careers.
Location:
7 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Certifications Earned: Participants can earn their Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Approved Electric Vehicle Charging System (EVCS) Technician Certificate, Microsoft Digital Literacy Certificate, and EPA Part 609.
Eligibility: Participants must be over 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
Expected Earnings: $20.00 an hour
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Clean Energy
Description: The City of Refuge Baltimore offers Solar Panel Installation Training designed to prepare jobseekers for careers in roofing, low-voltage electrical work, renewable energy, and solar panel installation.
Location:
3501 7th Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21225
Certifications Earned: Participants earn thier OSHA-10 certification.
Eligibility: Participants should have a willingness to learn, basic reading and math skills, and the ability to work at heights, including climbing on roofs.
Expected Earnings: $20.00-$50.00 per hour
Contact: [email protected]
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Industry: Clean Energy
Description: Power52 Foundation provides hands-on clean energy workforce training that prepares individuals for careers in the solar and renewable energy industries. Through technical instruction, safety certifications, career readiness, and job placement support, participants gain the skills needed for sustainable, family-supporting careers while helping build stronger, more resilient communities.
Location:
8775 Cloudleap Court, Suite 11
Columbia, Maryland 21045
Certifications Earned: Participants may earn industry-recognized certifications including North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners Associate (NABCEP) Associate credentials, OSHA-30 Construction Safety Certification, First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) credentials, and Career Readiness Certification.
Eligibility: Participants must be between 18 and 50 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development credential, be able to participate in hybrid learning and hands-on training, demonstrate a commitment to completing the training program and career readiness activities, and be capable of lifting 50 pounds or more.
Expected Earnings: $18.00 an hour
Contact: [email protected]
For additional information, contact:
Maryland Department of Labor
Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning
100 S. Charles Street, Tower 1
Baltimore, MD 21201
Email: [email protected]