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

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WORLD CONTRIBUTORS:
Duke Energy
Johnston Community College

Industry Occupation	Annual Entry Wage	Annual Experienced Wage	Education Required
Computer and Information Systems Managers	99,420	169,130	Bachelor's Degree
Software Developers, Systems Software	78,230	131,690	Bachelor's Degree
Information Security Analysts	62,970	129,590	Bachelor's Degree
Software Developer, Applications	68,380	120,730	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Architects	78,230	131,910	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Systems Analysts	62,330	123,720	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Programmers	62,780	123,340	Bachelor's Degree
Database Administrators	59,620	129,240	Bachelor's Degree
Network and Computer Systems Administrators	61,200	100,680	Bachelor's Degree
Technical Sales Representatives	45,070	122,250	Bachelor's Degree
Web Developers	60,820	94,620	Associate's Degree
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	45,460	82,140	Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Support Specialists	44,330	98,040	Associate's Degree
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	46,780	79,860	High School Diploma or equivalent
Computer User Support Specialists	37,030	75,910	Some college, no degree
Electrical Engineer	62,770	128,330	Bachelor's Degree
Meter Readers, Utilities	30,130	61,830	High School Diploma or equivalent
Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks	30,240	59,760	High School Diploma or equivalent
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	47,630	82,870	High School Diploma or equivalent
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers	37,570	80,740	High School Diploma or equivalent
Surveying and Mapping Technicians	31,160	59,120	High School Diploma or equivalent
Chemical Engineers	77,260	121,540	Bachelor's Degree
Data Scientists	60,980	131,340	Bachelor's Degree