ReBoot Northwest wants to get you into a career that will last. That’s why we’ve chosen to focus our program on IT and manufacturing. These industries not only have competitive pay, but also have demonstrated both staying power and growth.
Careers That Are Built to Last
Manufacturing jobs in the area are growing at a rate faster than the national average, and employers project to need more than 40,000 workers over the next 10 years. With baby boomers nearing retirement and few young workers pursuing manufacturing careers, the industry needs new workers, fast.
Information Technology is booming within the area, with projected growth of more than 40%. In recent years, employers have looked overseas for talent, bringing in foreign workers to fill technical positions.
ReBoot NW has partnered with local employers in these industries to help put hardworking people into great jobs. The following charts identify the specific jobs ReBoot NW may be able to train you for and place you in. What do you think – do you see your future career?
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Here are some of the jobs ReBoot NW can prepare you for:
+33%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$23.08
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Set up/operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts. Fabricate/modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.
Credential: AAS or certificate
+29%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$44.00
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs.
Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. May analyze and design databases within an application area, individually or database development as part of a team.
Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. May analyze and design databases within an application area, individually or database development as part of a team.
Credential: BS and/or Competency
+26%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$26.40
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Provide technical assistance to computer system users concerning the use of computer hardware
and software, including printing, installation, e-mail, and operating systems.
and software, including printing, installation, e-mail, and operating systems.
Credential: BS, Certificate and/or Competency
+14%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$29.15
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet system. Maintain and monitor network hardware, software, and security measures.
Credential: BS; Industry Recognized Certificates, and/or Competency
+18%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$45.63
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Perform engineering duties in designing mechanically functioning equipment and electrical systems. Oversee installation, operation.
Credential: BS
+12%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$27.65
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge to design, build, repair, calibrate, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, machinery for use by engineering staff.
Credential: AAS
+13%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$18.12
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.
Credential: Postsecondary certificate
+24%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$25.98
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems.
Credential: Postsecondary certificate + experience
+23%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$19.55
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh materials, parts or products for deviations from specs. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.
Credential: Certificate
+19%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$33.58
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Convert project specifications and statements for coding into computer language. Develop and write computer programs/software or program web sites.
Credential: Demonstrated Competency and Experience; Degree and Certificate
+32%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$48.17
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level and network distribution software for computing applications. Set operational specifications; formulate/analyze software requirements. Apply principles of computer science, engineering, and math analysis.
Credential: BS and/or Competency
+15%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$27.03
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors,
precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators.
precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators.
Credential: Postsecondary certificate
+23%
2013-2023 Growth
2013-2023 Growth
$50.86
Average Wage
Average Wage
Skills: Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Credential: BS/BA
Employer Testimonial
“WorkSource is helping our economy by reducing unemployment and increasing business growth through on the job training programs that incent businesses to partner in creative and constructive ways. We really appreciate the help we’ve received from WorkSource!” — Robin Dady - Controller, McKenna Metal, LLC
List of Employer Partners
Connor Manufacturing Services
Cranston Machinery Co. Inc.
Epson
ESCO
IBM
Kaiser Permanente
KCR Manufacturing
Leatherman
Manufacturing 21 Coalition
Oregon Bioscience Association
Oregon Iron Works
Orchid
PCC Structurals
PCI Package Containers
Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition
Sunset MFG. Company
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