BROOKLYN NAVY YARD – THE BROOKLYN NAVY YARD Development Corporation announced in April that it was awarded $450,000 from the New York Power Authority for a new workforce training program focused on maintaining and repairing electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Training is expected to begin later this year, following the buildout of a dedicated teaching lab equipped with EV charging units and instructional tools.
Participants in a SmarterHelp training session. Photo: SmarterHelp
The program will provide hands-on training designed to prepare New Yorkers for technical roles in the EV sector. Participants will gain skills in electrical systems and codes, energy fundamentals, charger maintenance and repair, and industry certification preparation, according to BNYDC.
Graduates will earn industry-recognized credentials and be connected to job opportunities. The program, to be developed in partnership with workforce development company SmarterHelp, is part-time, allowing working adults and students to participate without sacrificing income.
More information on Navy Yard training programs can be found on the Yard’s website, while information on other green careers can be found on NYSERDA’s.
