In CT the Union rate for a painter is right around $30.00 an hour.. It varies depending on the nature of the work and if you are contracting, subcontracting or a worker. An experienced residential painter will charge right around $25-$30. A contractor billing out at a local university will charge $55-$75 per man hour!
Renewable energy engineers focus their efforts on developing new means for energy extraction and designing energy-efficient machinery. The sector for green jobs is continually growing, so students getting a degree in this field can expect to see a lot of job opportunities after graduation.
Similar to other engineering fields, renewable energy engineers must have an aptitude for math and science. They need to be able to apply these principles to solving problems and communicate their proposals effectively. Renewable energy engineers may alternate time between the office and a worksite.