Highlighting the urgent need for skilled professionals in California’s water industry, San Jose Water’s Travis Hinkle shares his compelling journey in a featured op-ed by CalMatters. As a distribution system supervisor with over a decade of experience, Travis provides an insider’s perspective on the rewarding and essential roles within water management.
Published on August 29, 2024, the op-ed, titled “California’s water workforce is aging. Promoting the next generation of workers is essential,” is part of a broader effort by California Water Association to spotlight the faces and stories of those directly impacted by water utilities across the state. This initiative seeks to foster a deeper understanding of the industry and attract new talent to this critical sector.
Travis’s story is more than just a personal account; it’s a call to action for supporting educational and training programs that prepare individuals for a career in water utilities. His insights emphasize the importance of proactive recruitment and training to address the impending workforce shortage as current professionals retire.
Read the full story on CalMatters and learn about the potential and opportunities within the water industry: https://calmatters.org/commentary/2024/08/water-industry-career-shortage-california/
