Boston Rolls Out New EV Service & Maintenance Certification Program

Boston is committed to training the next generation of green economy workers. Recently, the city rolled out a "train the trainer" certification program for people to learn how to safely maintain and service electric vehicles (EVs).

A first-of-its-kind initiative in the U.S., Boston's new training program is being delivered in partnership with Madison Park Technical Vocational High School. Geared toward both student and adult learners, it offers a vital pathway to prepare individuals for in-demand jobs in the clean mobility sector.

Voltrek, which has partnered with Boston for years to deliver EV charging infrastructure, applauds these efforts to support local jobs, economic growth and the EV industry as a whole.

L-R: Voltrek CEO Kathleen Connors stands with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Voltrek Account Manager Mohammed Faiz and Boston Director of Fleet Maintenance Bill Coughlin.

Boston Electrifies City Fleet to Achieve Green New Deal Goals

Boston is making great strides in achieving its "Green New Deal" goals by electrifying the city's vehicle fleet!

Last week, Mayor Michelle Wu shared that Boston Public Schools will soon launch an electric school bus pilot program. Twenty electric buses will be deployed during the 2022-2023 school year, with the goal of full fleet electrification by 2030.

Another neat initiative is Boston's new electric vehicle (EV) “train the trainer” program that is launching this May. It provides an educational pathway for people to learn how to professionally and safely maintain and service EVs, which in turn creates a highly qualified workforce for these high-paying jobs.

Voltrek would like to thank Bill Coughlin, Boston's director of fleet maintenance, for inviting our team to attend the event at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School where Mayor Wu made these announcements.

Learn more about Boston's progress on its Green New Deal initiatives here: https://bit.ly/3jXDg3j