National Green Energy Push Sees Solar-Related Jobs Soar: Over 300,000 Jobs Posted Between Oct. & Nov.

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The solar industry is experiencing rapid growth, with over 305,000 solar jobs posted between October and November 2021, according to PeopleReady's analysis. The current job openings include approximately 230,000 positions, with 68,000 new jobs posted in the last month alone. This reflects a 32% increase compared to the same period in 2019. The average job vacancy lasts 28 days, highlighting a workforce shortage. Median annual pay in this sector is near $48,000. Key in-demand roles include solar installers, welders, electricians, and construction workers.

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• 305,000 solar jobs posted between October and November 2021.
• 32% increase in job postings compared to October and November 2019.
• 230,000 jobs still available, indicating strong demand in the solar sector.
• Average annual pay of nearly $48,000 in the solar industry.

Negative

• Jobs remaining unfilled for an average of 28 days due to workforce shortage.

TACOMA, Wash., Dec. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The solar industry is proving to be one of the hottest hiring sectors thanks to an increased national focus on green energy. According to a new analysis by PeopleReady's skilled trades division, 305,000 solar jobs were posted between October and November, with roughly 230,000 jobs still posted—including 68,000 newly posted jobs in the past 30 days and 12,000 in the past seven days.

The soaring number of solar jobs marks a 32% increase compared with October and November  2019, according to the analysis. Not immune to the workforce shortage, the industry is also seeing jobs remaining unfilled for 28 days on average. This combination of factors, coupled with annual median pay of nearly $48,000, make the solar industry ripe for anyone considering a career or industry change right now, notes PeopleReady.

"The solar industry is a high-demand sector right now, and we are expecting it to continue to grow in the coming years," said Jill Quinn, executive leader of PeopleReady Skilled Trades. "Given the current workforce shortage and the explosive growth of green jobs, there are tremendous opportunities for people looking to learn new skills and grow in their career while helping to build a sustainable future." 

Based on PeopleReady's analysis of hundreds of thousands of jobs, some of the most in-demand solar-related jobs right now include:

• Solar installers
• Welders
• Electricians
• Construction workers

About PeopleReady Skilled Trades
PeopleReady Skilled Trades is a specialized division of PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company (NYSE: TBI). Since 1987, this specialized division has connected tradespeople and work across a wide range of trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, solar installations and more. Whether customers need a single tradesperson or require a coordinated effort to dispatch trades workers across multiple projects, PeopleReady Skilled Trades ensures they have the right people with the right tools, on-site and on time. Learn more at skilled.peopleready.com.

 

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FAQ

What is the job growth in the solar sector based on the December 2021 press release?

The solar sector saw over 305,000 jobs posted between October and November 2021.

What are some of the most in-demand jobs in the solar industry?

In-demand jobs include solar installers, welders, electricians, and construction workers.

How does the current solar job posting compare to 2019?

There is a 32% increase in solar job postings compared to October and November 2019.

What is the average duration for solar job vacancies?

Jobs in the solar industry remain unfilled for an average of 28 days.

What is the median annual pay for jobs in the solar industry?

The median annual pay in the solar industry is nearly $48,000.