Skilled Trades
22 articles
Electrician demand surges for AI, data centers, construction
Contractors active in data center projects report average backlog levels exceeding 12 months, significantly more than firms not involved in the sector.
Skilled Trades Shortage: Your Homeowner Future Is At Risk
In 2023, the U.S. Department of Labor allocated $200 million in grants for apprenticeship programs, aiming to bolster the nation's workforce. Despite this substantial investment, projections indicate
Construction labor shortage impacts skilled trades, risking 2.1M unfilled jobs
By 2030, an estimated 2.
HVAC Industry Faces 110,000 Openings Amid Demand Surge
The United States' HVAC industry faces a deficit of roughly 110,000 unfilled technician positions.
88% of firms report worker difficulty, boosting initiatives
In the U.S. last year, nearly 600,000 jobs were posted for major skilled trades positions, yet only about 150,000 new workers entered through apprenticeship programs, creating a significant gap in the
Skilled trades shortage to increase costs for homeowners
Approximately $71 billion in taxes will be lost by 2030 due to vacant trade jobs, a stark indicator of the U.
Skilled trades shortage delays construction projects, raises costs.
By 2030, the United States anticipates 2.
Worcester Tech Secures $3.75M to Combat Skilled Trades Shortage
Massachusetts just allocated $70 million to 28 career technical education programs, directly targeting a projected 61,400 worker shortfall in skilled trades.
Skilled trades shortage impacts home services, driving up costs
In Berkshire County, Massachusetts, contractors are now booked out six months in advance, a direct consequence of a shrinking workforce impacting home services in 2026.
Local plumbers expand emergency services amid market shifts
The U.S. economy loses over $38 billion annually due to a national shortage of more than 500,000 plumbers, leaving homeowners vulnerable to costly, unexpected emergencies, according to Pmmag . This se
Diverse tradespeople face high attrition despite joint programs
Nearly 70% of tradeswomen with children under 18 have left or considered leaving their careers due to difficulties finding reliable child care, according to Utah State University .
Diverse tradespeople break barriers, boosting skilled trades
Jobs in the skilled trades, often overlooked, offer wages that can compete with or exceed many traditional degree-based careers, while being largely insulated from automation.
Skilled trades demand soars, with HVAC jobs up 77.89% by 2026.
A Mumbai-based plumber reportedly earned Rs 18 lakh per annum, according to The Economic Times .
Inspiring Tradespeople Break Barriers in Skilled Trades Careers
Cleveland Roberts, a carpentry program graduate, not only runs his own successful business, CR Woodworx, but also won a state gold medal in cabinetmaking, showcasing high-level achievement possible in
Tech-Integrated Trades Boom with High Demand & Earnings
Three electricians under the age of 30 were making between $240,000 and $280,000 per year at a data center in Plano, Texas.
The $250 Million Wrench: A Data-Driven Analysis of the Skilled Trades Demand Surge
A powerful and growing skilled trades demand surge is reshaping the home services industry. A deep-dive analysis reveals the data behind the shortage and the major investments being made to fix it.
Bernzomatic Funds Over 50 Scholarships for Aspiring Plumbers and Contractors
Bernzomatic has announced a significant investment in over 50 scholarships, partnering with the PHCC Educational Foundation to support the next generation of skilled trades professionals.
PHCC Georgia Announces Annual EXPO for New Technologies
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors of Georgia will host its annual EXPO at the Cobb Civic Center, offering professionals and students a chance to explore new industry tools and services. Attendees can also earn free continuing education credits.
Lowe's Announces $250 Million Skilled Trades Training Investment
Lowe's Foundation is investing $250 million to train a new generation of skilled trades professionals. This major initiative aims to address the critical shortage of qualified contractors for home services.
Early Heat Surge Boosts Demand for HVAC and Plumbing Services
An early heat surge and ongoing home renovations are driving up demand for HVAC and plumbing professionals across the U.S. Home service companies are responding by expanding services and introducing new maintenance plans.
North Texas Heat Surge Highlights Growing Demand for Skilled Plumbing HVAC Trades
An unseasonably warm spring is putting HVAC systems to the test in North Texas, revealing the strain caused by a national shortage of skilled plumbing and HVAC professionals.
Beyond the Toolbox: Why the Growing Demand for Skilled Trades in Home Services Matters to You
Finding a plumber or electrician is getting harder. A reported 300,000 open jobs in construction signal a major shift in home services.