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2 California s community colleges provide academic education as well as career and technical training to the communities they serve. They play an important role in preparing the workforce to meet the needs of businesses in the 21st century. With the help of local business leaders, educators at community colleges continually monitor local job market trends to ensure that courses offered stay relevant to the employer demands. Labor market trends in the Inland Empire/Desert region indicate many opportunities for graduates of community college career technical programs. These job opportunities often offer starting wages that are competitive with those that require a higher level of education for employment, such as a Bachelor s degree. Depending on where you are in your career path, community colleges can assist with the transition from school to work or advancement to a more highly skilled job. The Inland Empire/Desert community colleges offer a variety of career technical programs to meet the needs of students. Keep reading to learn about the growing fields and well-paying jobs in each industry sector, as well as the educational opportunities that await you in our local community colleges.

energy &utilities careers// Meter Installer or Technician (p. 3) WITH THE INCREASE IN PUBLIC INVESTMENTS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY, CLEAN ENERGY GENERATION, HVAC Technician (p.

5) IN FACT, JOBS IN ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT COULD TRIPLE OVER THE NEXT DECADE. ENERGY EMPLOYERS NEED SKILLED WORKERS FOR TRADITIONAL ENERGY JOBS AS Electric Utilities Technician (p.

3 energy &utilities careers// Meter Installer or Technician (p. 3) WITH THE INCREASE IN PUBLIC INVESTMENTS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY, CLEAN ENERGY GENERATION, HVAC Technician (p. 4) ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND THE SMART GRID TECHNOLOGIES, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ENERGY AND UTILITIES INDUSTRY SECTOR CONTINUE TO GROW AND EVOLVE. Power Lineman (p. 5) IN FACT, JOBS IN ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT COULD TRIPLE OVER THE NEXT DECADE. ENERGY EMPLOYERS NEED SKILLED WORKERS FOR TRADITIONAL ENERGY JOBS AS Electric Utilities Technician (p. 6) community colleges regional occupational programs (ROP) WELL AS FUTURE ENERGY-RELATED POSITIONS. Are located throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties Offer classes at flexible times Cost a fraction of private vocational school tuition and have financial assistance available Are offered at your high school or at a nearby training center Allow you to earn college credits while still in high school Provide career guidance and career planning assistance Solar Photovoltaic Installer (p. 7) Power Plant Maintenance Technician (p. 8) Power Plant Operator (p. 9) 2

meter installer or technician 10% 10 year Regional Job Growth $34.22/hr ARE YOU MECHANICALLY INCLINED? DO YOU LIKE TO TAKE THINGS APART AND PUT THEM BACK TOGETHER?

4 meter installer or technician 10% 10 year Regional Job Growth $34.22/hr ARE YOU MECHANICALLY INCLINED? DO YOU LIKE TO TAKE THINGS APART AND PUT THEM BACK TOGETHER? Meter installers and technicians install, repair and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators, and flow valves. They turn meters on or off to establish or close service and adjust valves to measure flow rates. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance Understanding of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to ensure public safety Familiarity with circuit boards, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software Good with tools, knowledgeable about computers and electronics, and a critical thinker. ELECTRIC POWER EXPLORATION Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Electro-Mechanical Technology / Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: Barstow, Chaffey, Norco, San Bernardino Valley, Victor Valley 3

5 HVAC technician 22% 10 year Regional Job Growth $24.76/hr DO YOU LIKE HANDS-ON PROJECTS? DO YOU HAVE STRONG CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS? Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining, operating and repairing interior climate control systems in residential, commercial and industrial structures. Although trained to do both, technicians often specialize in either installation or maintenance. Mechanically inclined, someone who likes to repair things, and comfortable with technology and math. Reliability and dependability Proficiency in testing electrical equipment, pipes and tubing Ability to repair or reassemble defective equipment, components, or wiring Skills in installing, connecting, and adjusting thermostats, humidistats and timers AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING AND PLUMBING Environmental Control Technology YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Environmental Control Technology YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: College of the Desert, Riverside City, San Bernardino Valley 4

6 power lineman 23% 10 year Regional Job Growth $47.55/hr ARE YOU GOOD WITH TOOLS AND MACHINES? DO YOU ENJOY WORKING OUTSIDE? Power linemen install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. They may erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers. They identify defective circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays and wiring. Mechanically inclined, not afraid of heights and enjoy problem solving. Attention to safety procedures and detail Ability to actively listen and give full attention to what other people are saying Knowledge of safety practices and procedures ELECTRIC POWER EXPLORATION Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Electro-Mechanical Technology / Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: Barstow, Chaffey, Norco, San Bernardino Valley, Victor Valley 5

electric utilities technician 9% 10 year Regional Job Growth $29.54/hr DO YOU LIKE WORKING WITH ELECTRONICS AND COMPUTER EQUIPMENT? DO YOU ENJOY SOLVING COMPLICATED PROBLEMS?

7 electric utilities technician 9% 10 year Regional Job Growth $29.54/hr DO YOU LIKE WORKING WITH ELECTRONICS AND COMPUTER EQUIPMENT? DO YOU ENJOY SOLVING COMPLICATED PROBLEMS? Electric utilities technicians identify and resolve equipment malfunctions; they read blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematic drawings for assembling electronics units. They also test electronics units and analyze results to evaluate performance and the need for adjustment. A critical thinker, an active listener and like troubleshooting problems with electronics. Knowledge of engineering, technology, computers and electronics Strong grasp of design techniques and tools Understanding of principles involved in production of technical plans and blueprints ELECTRIC POWER EXPLORATION Electronics and Electric Technology / Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Electro-Mechanical Technology / Electronics and Electric Technology / Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: Barstow, Chaffey, Norco, San Bernardino Valley, Victor Valley 6

solar photovoltaic installer 18% 10 year State Job Growth $19.37/hr ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT? DO YOU POSSESS MECHANICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS?

8 solar photovoltaic installer 18% 10 year State Job Growth $19.37/hr ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT? DO YOU POSSESS MECHANICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS? Solar photovoltaic installers assemble, install and maintain solar panel systems on structures. They measure, cut, assemble and bolt structural framing and solar modules. They also perform minor electrical work, such as current checks, and apply weather sealing to buildings or support mechanisms. Someone who likes to work outdoors and is mechanically inclined with strong attention to detail. Mechanical skills and detail-oriented work habits Willingness to work outdoors Physical fitness and no fear of heights Disciplined and self-motivated CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY AND SOLAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGY Alternative Energy / Construction Technology / Solar Photovoltaic Technology YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Construction Technology YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: College of the Desert, Norco, Victor Valley 7

power plant maintenance technician 13% 10 year Regional Job Growth $17.66/hr DO YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN MACHINES AND TOOLS? DO YOU ENJOY TROUBLESHOOTING AND DON T MIND GETTING DIRTY?

9 power plant maintenance technician 13% 10 year Regional Job Growth $17.66/hr DO YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN MACHINES AND TOOLS? DO YOU ENJOY TROUBLESHOOTING AND DON T MIND GETTING DIRTY? Power plant maintenance technicians perform work to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in working order. Duties may involve pipe fitting, boiler making, insulating, welding, machining, carpentry, and repairing electrical or mechanical equipment. Mechanically inclined, and someone who enjoys maintaining and repairing equipment and prefers physical work. Critical thinking Ability to repair and maintain machines Strong interpersonal communication skills ELECTRIC POWER EXPLORATION Electronics and Electric Technology / Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Electro-Mechanical Technology / Electronics and Electric Technology / Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: Barstow, Chaffey, Norco, San Bernardino Valley, Victor Valley 8

power plant operator 15% 10 year Regional Job Growth $36.82/hr ARE YOU A DOER WHO LIKES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HANDS-ON WORK? DO YOU HAVE A STRONG MECHANICAL BACKGROUND?

10 power plant operator 15% 10 year Regional Job Growth $36.82/hr ARE YOU A DOER WHO LIKES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HANDS-ON WORK? DO YOU HAVE A STRONG MECHANICAL BACKGROUND? Power plant operators control, operate or maintain machinery to generate electric power. They monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems. Operators control power generating equipment using control boards or semiautomatic equipment. Ability to be an active listener and critical thinker Understanding of operations monitoring Ability to troubleshoot and perform quality control analyses A leader, closely attuned to operational and safety procedures, with strong organizational skills. ELECTRIC POWER EXPLORATION Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $276 $1,702 Electro-Mechanical Technology / Electronics and Electric Technology YOU PAY: $2,760 AT THESE S: Barstow, Chaffey, Norco, San Bernardino Valley,Victor Valley 9

RESOURCES America s Job Center of California caljobs.ca.gov California Career Café cacareercafe.

com San Bernardino County Job Search Site csb-win.org Salary Surfer salarysurfer.cccco.edu Who Do U Want 2B?

read, read, read. IT S A FACT. READING MAKES YOU SMARTER. TIP2 No. make math matter. THE MORE MATH YOU TAKE, THE MORE MONEY YOU LL MAKE.

11 RESOURCES America s Job Center of California caljobs.ca.gov California Career Café cacareercafe.com California Community Colleges Chancellor s Office californiacolleges.edu Riverside County Job Search Site rivcojobs.com San Bernardino County Job Search Site csb-win.org Salary Surfer salarysurfer.cccco.edu Who Do U Want 2B? The 15 Career Pathways whodouwant2b.com TIP1 No. know your style. WHAT S YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO LEARN AND WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? TIP4 No. read, read, read. IT S A FACT. READING MAKES YOU SMARTER. TIP2 No. make math matter. THE MORE MATH YOU TAKE, THE MORE MONEY YOU LL MAKE. TIP 5 No. keep your focus. STICK TO ONE THING AT A TIME & YOU LL GET MORE DONE. TIP3 No. get the study habit. DON T WAIT TIL THE LAST MINUTE TO COMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS. TIP6 No. be money wise. BE ALERT. MAKE SURE YOU KNOW BEFORE YOU OWE. Source: California Career Café

12 community colleges Barstow College barstow.edu Chaffey College chaffey.edu College of the Desert collegeofthedesert.edu Copper Mountain College cmccd.edu Crafton Hills College craftonhills.edu Moreno Valley College mvc.edu Mt. San Jacinto College msjc.edu Norco College norcocollege.edu Palo Verde College paloverde.edu Riverside City College rcc.edu San Bernardino Valley College valleycollege.edu Victor Valley College vvc.edu regional occupational centers & programs Baldy View ROP baldyviewrop.com Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa ROP cryrop.org Riverside County Office of Education CTE/ROP rcoe.us/career-technicaleducation/cterop San Bernardino County ROP rop.cc About Doing What Matters for Jobs & the Economy Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy is an initiative of the California Community Colleges Chancellor s Office. The goals of Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy are to supply in-demand skills for employers, create relevant career pathways and stackable credentials, promote student success and get Californians into open jobs. For more information visit This project was funded fully or in part by Carl D. Perkins CTE Act of 2006 grant no <tel: >awarded to Riverside Community College District and administered by the California Community Colleges Chancellor s Office. The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in education programs, including career and technical education programs, and/or extracurricular school activities. Limited English speaking skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in any programs. Harassment of any employee or student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law is strictly prohibited. Inquiries regarding compliance, and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District s Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Ms. Chani Beeman, 450 E. Alessandro Blvd., Riverside, CA (951) Alternate formats for this material are available to individuals requiring disability accommodation. Please contact Julie Pehkonen or the office of Diversity, Equity and Compliance at (951)

YOUR START. We make sure you have a variety of pathways available to you.

YOUR START. We make sure you have a variety of pathways available to you. This project was funded by the Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy initiative of the California Community Colleges Economic and Workforce Development Program SB 1402, Deputy Sector Navigator Grant