By: Amy Lindgren
In many parts of the country, the trades are “having a moment” in terms of increased job availability, better wages and subsidized training. Much of our national conversation has focused on the current and anticipated shortage of workers for these very critical professions. Without a new generation of tradespeople to replace the retiring baby boomers, employers are already scrambling to meet their production goals.
Progress has been made, but unless we’re able to convince individual students and their parents that these are solid careers to enter, the shortage will likely continue.
One thing that might help is to broaden the perspective of individuals about what it means to work in the trades. Besides learning that the concept of trades work can range from manufacturing to the building trades to vehicle maintenance to a host of personal services — (phew) — those making career decisions might be helped by knowing the variety of settings conducive to trades work.
As an example, consider those trades associated with construction and building maintenance. If asked, “Where do carpenters work?” most people would know that at least one correct answer would be, “On construction sites, building new homes.” But far fewer would think to answer, “Carpenters work for the government, for hospitals, for airports, for museums, etc.”
Read more >> https://www.twincities.com/2019/07/13/working-strategies-beyond-the-construction-site-alternative-work-options-for-trades-workers/
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