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Infrastructure Careers through Southside Virginia Community College

Virginia’s Community Colleges have begun to explore visualizations that help students see career pathways within given industries. The map below shows a career pathway in infrastructure for the Southside Virginia Community College region.

There are dozens of careers across many sectors of the infrastructure industry and the pathway below shows just a handful of positions and where they might lead.

Local employers who hire SVCC graduates in this field include: Leidos, General Dynamics, Microsoft, Booz Allen, Man Tech International, Prospecta, RTX, Northrop Grumman, Virginia Community College System, U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserves, Vance Granville Community College, Estes Trucking, Pike Electric, Dominion, C. W. Wright Construction, MasTech Utility Services, Local co-ops such as Mecklenburg Electric and Southside Electric, among others.

Click and interact with the career pathways below by clicking the title to reveal the next career steps. Or, view our static map.

Under job growth, a ↑ and ↓ indicate increasing and decreasing demand, while a — means no change.

Infrastructure: Electrical Career Pathway

CIP Code: 47.3013

A PV Installer/Electrical Helper assists electricians on repairs and installation in both commercial and residential dwellings. They handle tools and equipment and help inspect materials to ensure safety and prevent equipment failure.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

CIP Code: 47.3013

Underground lineman install, repair, and remove elements of electrical construction like wires and boxes. Duties may include performing maintenance on underground systems, moving through tunnels or vaults, and checking live systems for damage.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: OHSA 10 and Bucksqueeze certification

CIP Code: 46.0302

A residential electrician is a certified or licensed professional who installs, maintains and inspects electrical work in a residential building. They also troubleshoot and repair wiring to meet safety and other regulatory requirements.

CIP Code: 46.0303

Power Line Workers install, maintain and repair the power lines that move electricity. Workers identify defective devices, voltage regulators, transformers, and switches. Inspect and test power lines and auxiliary equipment.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: NCCER CORE, NCCER Power Line Worker I, Power Industry Fundamentals

CIP Code: 49.2095

Substation technicians install wiring systems and control panels, as well as perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on electrical substations that send energy into nearby homes and buildings.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: Osha, NCCER Electrical Levels I, II, III, and IV, NCCER Core

CIP Code: 46.0399

An electric meter technician works for a power or utility company to perform maintenance and installation of meters used to monitor the energy use of homes and businesses. A power company employs multiple electric meter technicians at a given time to work on the thousands of meters in use.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: NCCER Core

CIP Code: 47.0303

Focused on the commercial and industrial sectors, these technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery. Additionally, they troubleshoot issues and provide preventative care and maintenance.

CIP Code: 49.2094

An electrical repairer in the commercial and industrial sector installs, maintains and inspects electrical work in a plant, manufacturing or other commercial setting. They also troubleshoot and repair wiring to meet safety and other regulatory requirements.

CIP Code: 14.1001

An electrical engineer is the subject matter expert behind the creation and manufacturing of electrical equipment. They design, develop, test and supervise the process for manufacturing products like motors, navigational and communication systems and generators, among other things.

Infrastructure: Transportation Career Pathway

CIP Code: 53.400

A delivery driver may operate average-sized delivery van vehicles, requiring no additional training or certification, or they may require a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License. Delivery drivers help deliver goods and products to both commercial and residential dwellings.

CIP Code: 47.0604

An automotive mechanic assistant assists in a variety of diesel, auto and small engine work. They independently perform routine repairs and maintenance work like fueling, greasing and lubricating equipment, servicing batteries and other parts, performing safety inspections and supporting the shop by helping with parts, cleaning and overall upkeep.

CIP Code: 49.0205

A commercial truck driver operates large vehicles and tractor-trailers to help move cargo and goods across large distances. Some drivers may be concentrate on a certain region, while long-haulers have cross-country routes. In addition, there are specializations for drivers who transport hazardous materials. All drivers must complete CDL training and earn a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license, depending on the size/weight of the vehicle used.

CIP Code: 49.3023

Automotive service technicians and mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —G3

Supportive Resources: G3

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: NATEF ASE Entry-Level Certification

CIP Code: 47.0605

Diesel Engine Mechanics perform electrical, heating and air, wheel end assembly, air system, air brakes and charging systems diagnostics and repairs.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: ASE

CIP Code: 11.3071

Transportation First Line Supervisors work with teams and schedules to manage the logistics of the transportation of goods across the U.S.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CDL

CIP Code: 11.3071

A fleet services supervisor plans, assigns, supervises and reviews all staff and technicians responsible for vehicle and equipment maintenance. This includes overall administrative duties, like timekeeping, making schedules, hiring and other responsibilities depending on the organization.

CIP Code: 13.1206

CDL Truck Driver Instructors train individuals to become commercial truck drivers. The instruction is a combination of lecture and practical exercises including behind the wheel and on the road practice.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CDL

CIP Code: 52.0201

CDL Truck Driver Owner/Operators own their own truck and operate their own business. They assume all the costs of insurance, fuel, repair, and other costs of doing business. These individuals are self-employed and may employee entry-level CDL drivers.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CDL

Infrastructure: Information Technology Career Pathway

CIP Code: 11.9999

An IT worker’s responsibilities vary by organization but focus on the basic technical support and upkeep of physical equipment, as well as cloud-based technologies and network structures. An IT worker works under the direction of a specialist who assigns tasks as required.

CIP Code: 15.1231

Data Center Technicians install, diagnose and repair network equipment to keep commerce, health systems, and other industries that make use of data in operation. Because computer support is important for businesses, support services may need to be available 24 hours a day. As a result, many support specialists must work nights or weekends.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CompTia ITF+, A+, Server +

CIP Code: 49.2095

A more customer-facing position, a help desk technician provides basic troubleshooting and support for customers or users that are facing both software and hardware issues.

CIP Code: 11.3020 and 11.3021

Information Security Analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and systems.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CompTia Security +, A+

CIP Code: 15.1244

Network Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of computer networks. They work with the physical computer networks of a variety of organizations and therefore are employed in many industries.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CompTia A+, Net+, Server+, Project +, Security + or comparable credentials

CIP Code: 52.1206

Network Systems Engineers / Architects design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks, wide area networks, intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): —

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CompTia A+, Net+, Server+, Project +, Security + or comparable credentials

CIP Code: 52.1206

Chief Information Officers plan all of the computer related systems for an organization. They are responsible for information security and often protect the personal data of clients and employees.

3-Year Job Forecast Growth (Virginia): ↑

Supportive Resources: G3, Fast Forward, Virginia Ready

Training, Educational Programs & Accreditation Information: CompTia Security +, A+, NET+, Server+, Project + or comparable certifications