ComEd Celebrates First Graduating Class of New Job Training Program
the craft workforce, comprised of roles in the skilled trades, including entry-level positions such as line workers and construction workers. The Craft Academy launched earlier this year to expand training opportunities for prospective skilled trades workers, a key focus of ComEd’s plan to grow its
workforce to meet the demands of the clean energy transition underway in Illinois.
Development for ComEd. “Never before has it been a more exciting time to join the energy field, and ComEd is investing in training programs that will help recruit more diverse talent to join our team and to learn new skillsets needed to power our clean energy future.”
helper positions that ComEd will begin accepting applications
for later this month.
“As a nationally recognized leader in career pathways, Instituto is proud to partner with ComEd and its Craft Academy Program as it connects our community to exciting careers within ComEd,” said Karina Ayala-Bermejo, CEO, Instituto del Progreso Latino. “Together, we are strengthening the
pipeline into successful careers within ComEd that in turn are
strengthening our communities.”
glad I learned about this training program that will allow me an opportunity to provide a better life for me and my family.”
which has graduated over 435 residents with 61 percent of them hired to ComEd. These programs focus on building a diverse and inclusive workforce, with opportunities available across the region, and for a range of ages, from high school to adults opting for a career change.
estimates that 2,000 new utility jobs will be created in the Midwest in the next three years alone. Careers in utilities also offer job seekers competitive benefits and pay, with entry level craft roles earning nearly $29 an hour plus competitive benefits.
please contact WorkforceDevelopment@ComEd.com or visit
ComEd’s website.
70 percent of the state’s population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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