San Rafael Releases Report on Clean Transportation Career Pathways

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The City of San Rafael has participated in a local workforce development project called the High Road Clean Transportation Career Pathways Project, which has released new research on transportation jobs and training needs in Oakland and San Rafael. The study looks at how the shift to cleaner transportation technologies is impacting the local workforce and identifies pathways for workers to access careers in the growing clean transportation sector.

Why it matters

As cities and regions work to reduce emissions and adopt more sustainable transportation options, ensuring a skilled workforce to support the transition is critical. This report provides valuable insights to help San Rafael and the broader Bay Area develop training programs and connect residents to emerging clean transportation jobs.

The details

The High Road Clean Transportation Career Pathways Project examined the current transportation workforce, identified in-demand skills, and mapped educational and training programs that can prepare workers for careers in clean transportation. The study looked at occupations across the transportation sector, including vehicle maintenance, logistics, and infrastructure construction and maintenance.

• The first phase of the project was completed in April 2026.

What’s next

The City of San Rafael plans to use the findings from this report to inform the development of training programs and partnerships that will help local residents access careers in the growing clean transportation sector.