Job Description:
Job Description: Test and diagnose air flow systems using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
Salary Range:
$26,780-$70,400
Job Outlook:
Job Outlook:Bright
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Career Pathways
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Energy, Transportation, & Construction
Business Services & Technology
Manufacturing
Agriculture
Healthcare
Human Services
Energy
Weatherization Technician
Solar Thermal Technician
Energy Auditor
HVAC Mechanic or Installer
Wind Energy Operations Manager
Biofuels Product Development Manager
Energy Broker
Fuel Cell Engineer
Transportation
Marketing
Office Assistant
Demonstrator or Product Promoter
Advertising Sales Agent
Sales Agent, Financial Services
Marketing Manager
Market Research Analyst
Public Media Specialist
Sales Engineer
Management Analyst
Chief Executive
Information Technology
Office Assistant
IT Specialist
Web Developer
Telecommunication Engineer Specialist
Software Developer, Applications
Video Game Designer
Information Security Specialist
Business Management
Office Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Bookkeeping or Accounting Clerk
Credit Analyst
Loan Officer
Title Examiner
Real Estate Agent
Regulartory Affairs Specialist
Financial Manager
Sales Manager
Human Resource Manager
Management Analyst
Treasurer or Controller
Engineering
Machining
Fabricating
Natural Resources
Growing
Physical Care
Dental
Geriatric
Homehealth
Education & Training
Classroom Aide or Childcare Worker
Teacher Assistant
Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Teacher
Elementary Education Teacher
Secondary Education Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Post-Secondary Education Teacher
Educational Administrator
Energy
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Engineering
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Education & Training
Education is the foundation for all careers!Explore the available opportunities within the career pathway here:
High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Education
- Char-Em ISD Technical Education:Consruction Trades
- Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center:Construction Trades, Electrical Occupations, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Technology Academy
- Wexford Missaukee ISD: District Career Tech Center Applied Construction Technology
- Westshore Educational Service District: Construction Trades or Mechatronics
- Diploma from Any accredited High School
- Northwest Michigan Works! Learning Lab:GED Preparation
Weatherization Technician
Solar Thermal Technician
Job Description:
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Salary Range:
$26,780-$70,400
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Education
North Central Michigan College
- Manufacturing Technology
- Construction Technology - HVAC/RTechnology,Certificate of Achievement (Level I)
- Construction Technology - HVAC/R,Associate in Applied Science Degree
- Construction Technology - Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical,Certificate of Achievement (Level II)
- Construction Technology - Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC/R,Certificate of Achievement (Level II)
- Mechanical Systems
- Mechatronics
Energy Auditor
Job Description:
Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems
Salary Range:
$30,820-$98,900
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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HVAC Mechanic or Installer
Job Description:
Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments
Salary Range:
$31,370-$61,230
Job Outlook:
Very Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Education
Northwestern University Center
- Davenport University
Business Administration - Ferris State University
Business Administration
Or other accredited college
Wind Energy Operations Manager
Job Description:
Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning
Salary Range:
$47,450-$117,560
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Biofuels Product Development Manager
Job Description:
Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.
Salary Range:
$83,830-$176,710
Job Outlook:
Slower than average
Job Opportunities:
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Energy Broker
Job Description:
Buy or sell energy products on the behalf of residential or commercial customers or utilities. Negotiate and oversee contracts for energy sales.
Salary Range:
$26,100-$83,550
Job Outlook:
Faster than average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
No Masters programs for these positions in Northwestern Michigan
Fuel Cell Engineer
Job Description:
Design, evaluate, modify, or construct fuel cell components or systems for transportation, stationary, or portable applications
Salary Range:
$50,130-$101,700
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Education
- Char-Em ISD Technical Education: Business Administration and Management or Marketing, Sales and Service
- Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center: Business Careers
- Wexford Missaukee ISD: District Career Tech Center Business Management Administration
- Diploma from Any accredited High School
- Northwest Michigan Works! Learning Lab: GED Preparation
Office Assistant
Job Description:
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Salary Range:
$20,880-$51,120
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Demonstrator or Product Promoter
Job Description:
Demonstrate merchandise and answer questions for the purpose of creating public interest in buying the product. May sell demonstrated merchandise.
Salary Range:
$23,090-$65,850
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Kirtland Community College:
- North Central Michigan College
- Business Programs
- Northwestern Michigan College
- Westshore Community College
- Business Programs
Advertising Sales Agent
Job Description:
Sell or solicit advertising space, time, or media in publications, signage, TV, radio, or the Internet.
Salary Range:
$21,500-$84,280
Job Outlook:
Slight decline in demand
Job Opportunities:
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Sales Agent, Financial Services
Job Description:
Sell financial services, such as loan, tax, and securities counseling to customers of financial institutions and business establishments.
Salary Range:
$32,240-$131,650
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Northwestern University Center
- Davenport University: Business Administration
- Ferris State University: Business Administration
- Baker College
- Or other accredited college
Marketing Manager
Job Description:
Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers
Salary Range:
$49,850-$174,290
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Market Research Analyst
Job Description:
Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas, or gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign.
Salary Range:
$25,920-$89,070
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Public Media Specialist
Job Description:
Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations.
Salary Range:
$32,750-$89,470
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Sales Engineer
Job Description:
Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate degree in engineering.
Salary Range:
$54,160-$137,360
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Northwestern University Center
- Davenport University: Business Administration
- Baker College
- Or other accredited college
Management Analyst
Job Description:
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies
Salary Range:
$36,160-$100,930
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Chief Executive
Job Description:
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body.
Salary Range:
$79,350-208,000
Job Outlook:
Slower than average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District Career Tech Center (Traverse City)
Programs are available for high school junior and senior students in TBAISD schools.
CharEm Intermediate School District Career Tech Programs
- Information Technology (Petoskey)
Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District Career Tech Center (Cadillac)
Office Assistant
Job Description:
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Salary Range:
$20,880-$51,120
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Education
Northwestern Community College (Traverse City)
- Computer Information Technology, Developer (AAS)
- Computer Information Technology, Infrastructure and Security (AAS)
North Central Community College (Petoskey)
IT Specialist
Job Description:
Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically.
Salary Range:
$28,410-$77,100
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Web Developer
Job Description:
Design, create, and modify Web sites.
Salary Range:
$28,180-$79,700
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Telecommunication Engineer Specialist
Job Description:
Design or configure voice, video, and data communications systems.
Salary Range:
54,550-$154,460
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
Ferris State University (Northwestern Michigan University Center, Traverse City)
Baker College (Cadillac) (Several are online options)
- Computer Science, Concentration in Computer Programming (online or on-site)
- Computer Science, Concentration in Database Technology (online)
- Game Software Development (online)
- Information Systems, Concentration in Assurance Specialist (online or on-site)
- Information Systems, Concentration in Project Management (online)
- Information Systems, Concentration in Web Development (online)
- Information Technology and Security, Concentration in Information Assurance and Cyber Security (on-site)
- Information Technology and Security, Concentration in Network Professional (on-site), Information Technology and Security, Concentration in Server Administration (on-site)
Software Developer, Applications
Job Description:
Research, design, develop, and test general computing applications.
Salary Range:
$37,840-$127,570
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Video Game Designer
Job Description:
Create
innovative game and role-play
mechanics, story lines, and
character biographies.Salary Range:
$37,840-$127,570
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Information Security Specialist
Job Description:
Plan,
implement, upgrade, or monitor
security measures for the
protection of computer
networks and information.Salary Range:
$57,170-$131,830
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Char-Em ISD Technical Education: Business Administration and Management or Marketing, Sales and Service
- Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center: Business Careers
- Wexford Missaukee ISD: District Career Tech Center: Business Management Administration
- Diploma from Any accredited High School
- Northwest Michigan Works! Learning Lab: GED Preparation
Office Assistant
Job Description:
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Salary Range:
$20,880-$51,120
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Customer Service Representative
Job Description:
Interact with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services and to handle and resolve complaints.
Salary Range:
$22,850-$88,760
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Bookkeeping or Accounting Clerk
Job Description:
Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete.
Salary Range:
$24,170-$62,160
Job Outlook:
Slightly lower than average
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Kirtland Community College:
- North Central Michigan College
- Business Programs
- Northwestern Michigan College
- Westshore Community College
- Business Programs
Credit Analyst
Job Description:
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans
Salary Range:
$35,240-$114,910
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Loan Officer
Job Description:
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans
Salary Range:
$35,240-$114,910
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Title Examiner
Job Description:
Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes.
Salary Range:
Job Outlook:
Job Opportunities:
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Real Estate Agent
Job Description:
Rent, buy, or sell property for
clients.Salary Range:
Job Outlook:
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Northwestern University Center
- Davenport University: Business Administration
- Ferris State University: Business Administration
- Baker College
- Or other accredited college
Regulartory Affairs Specialist
Job Description:
Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations.
Salary Range:
$47,730-$89,200
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Financial Manager
Job Description:
Direct and coordinate financial activities of workers in a branch, office, or department.
Salary Range:
$53,430-$160,220
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Sales Manager
Job Description:
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer.
Salary Range:
$67,380-194,740
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
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Human Resource Manager
Job Description:
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Salary Range:
$66,050-$160,530
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Education
- Northwestern University Center
- Davenport University: Business Administration
- Baker College
- Or other accredited college
Management Analyst
Job Description:
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies
Salary Range:
$36,160-$100,930
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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Treasurer or Controller
Job Description:
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization
Salary Range:
$53,430-$160,220
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
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High School Diploma/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Education
- Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District Career Tech Center
- Early Childhood Education Program (11th and 12th grade)
- Teacher Academy Program (11th and 12th grade)
- High School Diploma from an accredited school
- GED (General Education Diploma)
Classroom Aide or Childcare Worker
Job Description:
Attend to children and perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Salary Range:
$20,520-33,280
Job Outlook:
Slower than average
Job Opportunities:
Check out Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency for openings
Education
- Baker College
- Early Childhood Education, Associates of Arts
- Northwestern Michigan College
- Early Childhood Education, Associates in Applied Science
- North Central Michigan College
- Early Childhood Education, Associates of Arts
- Westshore Community College
- Early Childhood Education, Associates of Applied Arts and Sciences
- Or any other accredited college or university
Teacher Assistant
Job Description:
Tutor and assist children to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Salary Range:
$21,400-38,790
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
Check out Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency for openings
Preschool Teacher
Job Description:
Teach preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Salary Range:
$22,480-50,440
Job Outlook:
Higher than average
Job Opportunities:
Check out School Districts or local programs for openings
Education
- Baker College
- Early Childhood Teacher Preparation, Bachelor of Science
- Elementary Teacher Preparation, Bachelor of Science
- Secondary Teacher Preparation, Bachelor of Science
- Northwestern University Center
- Ferris State University;
- Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Science
- Central Michigan University
- Elementary Education, Bachelor of Science
- Ferris State University;
- Or any other accredited college or university
Early Childhood Teacher
Job Description:
Teach preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Salary Range:
$22,480-50,440
Job Outlook:
Higher than average
Job Opportunities:
Check out Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency for openings
Elementary Education Teacher
Job Description:
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills.
Salary Range:
$33,130-87,660
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
Check out school district websites
Secondary Education Teacher
Job Description:
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the middle and/or high school level.
Salary Range:
$40,060-84,740
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
Check out school district websites
Special Education Teacher
Job Description:
Teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Salary Range:
$39,510-81,740
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
Check out school district websites
Education
- Northwestern University Center
- Ferris State University
- Masters in Special Education or Career and Technical Education
- Grand Valley State University
- Masters in Educational Leadership or Special Education or Early Childhood Education
- Central Michigan University
- Masters in Educational Leadership
- Ferris State University
- Or any other accredited college or university
Post-Secondary Education Teacher
Job Description:
Teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research at the college level.
Salary Range:
$25,280-59,670
Job Outlook:
Bright
Job Opportunities:
Check out college websites
Educational Administrator
Job Description:
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, and administrative activities elementary or secondary level schools.
Salary Range:
$63,480-141,010
Job Outlook:
Average
Job Opportunities:
Check out school district websites