The electric power sector’s workforce is older than that of most industries and is grappling with a crisis that has been building for over a decade and has now reached a critical point. UNFOLDING CRISIS IN THE ENERGY WORKFORCE An aging workforce, combined with surging energy demand driven by EV charging infrastructure, massive data center growth, the expansion of renewable …
Many companies in our industry are struggling with staffing projects that require qualified workers to meet industry needs as well as individual company growth initiatives. Let’s first explore why it seems more difficult to find employees to execute our projects, then dive into the process necessary to develop those employees into qualified workers. Statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor …
In today’s competitive business environment, investing in workforce development is critical for sustained growth, productivity, and industry leadership. Apprenticeship programs, recognized and approved by the U.S. Department of Labor, provide a comprehensive framework for developing highly skilled professionals, offering businesses a strategic advantage. This article explores the strategic importance of apprenticeship programs for businesses. It highlights the benefits of federal …
How do you build a future-ready workforce when your team communication ranges from texts instead of calls to TikTok in the breakroom? It’s not a rhetorical question. It’s one companies in the electrical testing world face every day. We have Baby Boomers with decades of field wisdom, Gen Xers balancing leadership and independence, Millennials pushing for innovation and flexibility, Gen Z …
In the rapidly evolving electric utility sector, attracting, developing, and retaining a skilled workforce has never been more critical. As infrastructure modernization accelerates and demand for technical talent intensifies, businesses must take proactive steps to ensure its teams are equipped, engaged, and empowered for success. This article offers an in-depth case example of how TRC employed a digital transformation strategy …
Maintaining operations and achieving financial goals often requires shifting or reallocating both economic and non-economic resources. One of the top concerns among leaders in the electrical field service industry is the loss of human capital. Over the last three years, I have been involved with a quantitative correlational study that examined the relationship between general job satisfaction, employee motivation, and …