ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY

Related JCPS Career Clusters: Science, Technology Engineering & Math; Audio/Video Technology & Communications; Information Technology

Everyone uses energy and technology! Do you know how technology is changing the world of energy today? Don’t assume that careers in energy are limited or that working on computers is the only job in the world of information technology. The energy & Technology industry offers several exciting career paths you can explore below!

CORE SKILLS
MORE SKILLS

Complex problem solving and critical thinking
Safety-focused
STEM knowledge (i.e. engineering, programming, technology design, ability to write code and understanding of the process of code writing)
Project Management
Troubleshooting

Dependability
Agility
Scheduling, goal-oriented, multitasking, meeting deadlines
Communication - written and oral
Team building
Collaboration
Active Listening
Leadership
Teamwork
Time Management
Analytical Skills
Attention to details

JOCO WORKS WORLD LEADER

ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY WORLD CONTRIBUTORS:
Duke Energy
Johnston Community College

Industry Occupation	Annual Entry Wage	Annual Experienced Wage	Education Required
Computer and Information Systems Managers	91,070	163,320	Bachelor's Degree
Software Developers, Systems Software	75,010	121,140	Bachelor's Degree
Information Security Analysts	69,310	121,980	Bachelor's Degree
Software Developer, Applications	68,380	120,730	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Architects	68,020	128,040	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Systems Analysts	61,970	109,230	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Programmers	60,200	111,750	Bachelor's Degree
Database Administrators	57,740	109,340	Bachelor's Degree
Network and Computer Systems Administrators	54,970	99,820	Bachelor's Degree
Technical Sales Representatives	45,070	122,250	Bachelor's Degree
Web Developers	44,900	87,970	Associate's Degree
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	39,570	86,550	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Support Specialists	39,190	78,150	Associate's Degree
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	49,290	76,880	High School Diploma or equivalent
Computer User Support Specialists	33,130	62,190	Some college, no degree
Electrical Engineer	72,110	107,440	Bachelor's Degree
Meter Readers, Utilities	25,590	63,030	High School Diploma or equivalent
Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks	35,450	60,320	High School Diploma or equivalent
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	52,330	87,480	High School Diploma or equivalent
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers	43,350	72,690	High School Diploma or equivalent
Surveying and Mapping Technicians	37,610	57,330	High School Diploma or equivalent
Chemical Engineers	83,500	133,390	Bachelor's Degree