Goodwill of North Georgia recently launched its Clean Tech Infrastructure Academy as part of its mission to put people to work. The academy will focus on teaching the necessary skills for maintaining electric vehicle charge stations, solar energy storage, and other clean energy technologies.
Individuals who enroll in the program will be a part of a rigorous four-week training that requires a commitment of 40 hours per week. During the training, participants will receive in-depth education on electrical codes, safety standards, and common EVSE maintenance tasks. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will receive various certifications, including workplace safety, construction basics, NFPA 70e, and Chargers Helps EVSE O&M certification.
As technology continues to change the economic landscape, Goodwill of North Georgia is ensuring the organization stays ahead of the curve while continuing to offer its traditional job training programs that continue to help North Georgians. In 2023, the organization connected more than 22,000 people to jobs. In the current fiscal year, Goodwill is on track to surpass its goal of connecting 21,000 people to a job, a better job or career.
Dominique Macklin, a single mom from Kennesaw, enrolled in Goodwill of North Georgia’s Supply Chain Logistics Program after discovering that her desired program at Kennesaw State had been canceled. Despite facing familial and financial challenges, she persevered and graduated in November 2022. Dominique found stable employment as a shipping specialist through a Goodwill Job Fair and plans to continue improving her skills by pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management.
Micah Young, a hardworking 23-year-old, approached Goodwill’s East Athens Career Center for help with her resume while working at Staff Right. She met with a career coach, who helped her enroll in the Logistics Program and pursue her goal of obtaining a logistics certification. Despite being unsure of her long-term career path, she wanted financial stability and the opportunity to return to school. After completing the program, Micah was offered a job at Mollertech in the logistics department, located 30 minutes from her home, bringing her more financial stability and confidence in her career path.
Goodwill of North Georgia’s 14 Career Service Centers are ready to help anyone looking for a job, a better job, or a career. Visit their website to learn more about their training programs, including the new Clean Tech Infrastructure Academy.
