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4 Reasons to Work in Skilled Trades

When you’re thinking about a career change, or a job to take on after high school, which types of jobs do you think of first? If most of your work ideas revolve around an office, you probably aren’t thinking about skilled trades jobs.

When you’re thinking about a career change, or a job to take on after high school, which types of jobs do you think of first? If most of your work ideas revolve around an office, you probably aren’t thinking about skilled trades jobs.

So, what is a skilled trade? At the most basic level, a skilled trade is any job that requires a specialized skill, usually obtained through a technical school, college, or on-the-job training through an apprenticeship or internship. (more…)

Welding Safety Matters!

Welding is a well-paid, highly sought skilled trade, but if safety is not taken seriously, welders can suffer serious injuries.

Every year, 500,000 workers are exposed to welding hazards, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. These safety recommendations should be kept in mind when dealing with the general risks of most welding jobs. Check out our safety poster below to learn about welding safety: (more…)

Job Spotlight: Skilled Trades Jobs Explained

There’s been a lot of talk in the last few years about the importance of skilled trades in the economy. Most notably, the conversation reinforces the benefits of learning a skilled trade to younger people as they think about the work they want to do after school. But what exactly is a skilled trade? Why is this category receiving such focused attention and what options do trades offer for your future? (more…)

Happy Skilled Trades Day!

Today is National Skilled Trades Day! On this day, we celebrate those working in skilled trades and the field of skilled trades itself. In celebration of the holiday, we wanted to review what a skilled trade is, as well as a few good reasons to pursue a career in the skilled trades.

So, what is a skilled trade? According to Express Employment Professionals, “At the most basic level, a skilled trade is any job that requires a specialized skill, usually obtained through a technical school, college, or on-the-job training through an apprenticeship or internship.” (more…)