Why choose a career in the energy industry?
Energy affects everyone’s lives. From the Internet to your dishwasher, energy powers the world. The energy industry is filled with dynamic, challenging and rewarding occupations. The industry includes more than half a million employees that work in a variety of jobs, including technical positions, customer service, operations, training, management, human resources, and even communications and marketing. What makes the energy industry such an amazing field to enter?
A critical industry for our country
According to the Energy Information Administration, electricity consumption is expected to increase by 49 percent by the year 2025, just to keep pace with the energy needs of a growing population and a growing economy.
An increase in job opportunities
Utility executives estimate that half of the technical workforce will reach retirement age in 5 to 10 years. This will create a shortage of qualified workers, in all levels of the company. Companies will search for qualified candidates to fill these positions.
The energy industry rewards its employees
The utility industry provides excellent compensation, benefits, and retirement packages. There is also a degree of job security as the demand for electricity continues to increase and our power lines will always be local.
Current employees find their job to be challenging, interesting and satisfying
Utility workers are committed to their jobs and believe in helping the customer. A career in energy allows you to help society and the economy. With emerging technologies and research into alternate energy sources, you can also help the environment.
Opportunities are available
The energy industry is built on technology and is growing at an incredible rate. If you’d like more information about a career in energy, visit the EPCE Member Jobsites and www.getintoenergy.com, a website that will excite you about the opportunities available.