As EV adoption accelerates, the demand for dependable public charging infrastructure is becoming more critical. With an increasing number of EVs on the road, EV drivers increasingly expect chargers to work every time, everywhere. That’s where a major career opportunity has emerged: skilled technicians ready to step in and ensure that EV chargers are reliably functional when needed.
The numbers tell the story. The U.S. could face a shortage of as many as 35,000 electric vehicle technicians by 2028, leaving a huge gap in the workforce needed to keep EVs and chargers running smoothly (source). A recent study by the International Council on Clean Transportation projects that charging infrastructure expansion could create over 160,000 jobs by 2032, nearly half of which will be in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair of EV chargers (source). At the same time, charging reliability remains an obstacle: research from Harvard Business School found that U.S. non-residential chargers are only 78% reliable, meaning nearly one in five drivers may encounter a broken charger (source). The demand for skilled technicians has never been clearer or more timely.
At InCharge Energy, our vision is simple: reliable charging when needed. Achieving that vision requires more than quality hardware. It requires technicians who know how to diagnose, repair, and maintain EV charging systems. Preparing them for success is central to the solution.
That’s why we recently partnered with the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) to host members of their workforce for the EV & EV Charger Technician Training Program at the Logitech facility, a hands-on initiative designed to close the workforce gap. This summer, we proudly celebrated the first nine graduates. These students successfully completed the 12-week intensive program, with six weeks spent acquiring skills in providing brand- and OEM-agnostic support for electric vehicles (supported by Calex North America) and an additional six weeks developing expertise servicing an array of commercial EV chargers, using specialized training materials not available anywhere else. By training on both vehicles and chargers, these graduates bring a rare versatility that makes them highly sought-after across the clean transportation industry.
These new technicians represent more than just a trained class. They are a ready workforce, equipped with technical skills, safety training, and problem-solving expertise to take on the challenges of a rapidly growing industry. As public and private investment expands the U.S. charging network to millions of stations by 2030, the role of technicians will only grow more essential. We invite workforce development organizations to connect with us about bringing this training to their own workforce. Reach out to hello@inchargeus.com to get the conversation started.
