The building trades, which include the electrical trades, are more than just jobs—they’re life-changing careers. Learn about the incredible opportunities, benefits, and success stories that make the trades a path to stability and growth. Whether it’s financial freedom, hands-on work, or long-term potential, the trades have something for everyone. Dive in and learn more!
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What it Takes to be an Electrical Lineman
There’s no doubt about it: lineworkers have one of the most important jobs in our country. They keep our lights on, quite literally. Lineworkers are responsible for setting up, maintaining, and repairing the power lines that bring electricity from the powerplant to our homes, businesses, and communities. After a major storm, natural disaster, or other…
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7 Myths About Construction Work
Every field and industry has its misconceptions, but construction work is one of the most misunderstood and stereotyped fields of work. Historically it’s gotten a pretty bad rap, but in reality, a career in the construction trades is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding careers out there. Let’s take a look at common myths…
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Breaking the Bias: Women in Construction
Did you know that women made up only 11% of the construction industry in 2021, despite making up nearly half of the entire workforce in the U.S.? Why? There’s a longstanding notion that construction work is a man’s work. A notion that women don’t belong on job sites; that they’re not strong enough or smart…
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Black History in the Trades: Past, Present, and Future
During Black History Month, we pay tribute to the hundreds of thousands of Africans and African Americans who built, and continue to build, the United States. The National Black Chamber of Commerce tells us that “African slaves were brought to this continent in the early 1500’s to build New York (New Amsterdam at the time),…
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A Great Time to be in Construction
Everybody loves a good comeback story, and skilled tradespeople are about to have their moment, or perhaps decade, in the sun. If you’ve ever considered pursuing a career in the building trades, NOW is the time! Construction is booming. 2022 and 2023 are poised to be big years in construction, and, thanks to the Infrastructure…
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Great Work Satisfaction Amidst the Great Resignation
During the “Great Resignation” of 2021, millions of U.S. workers left their jobs. According to data recently released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a record 4.5 million workers in America quit in November 2021 alone. What’s more, 74% of full-time workers say they’re planning on quitting their jobs in 2022. The reason? U.S. workers…
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New Year, New Career
A new year, a fresh start. Around this time of year, you likely spend some time reflecting on the past year – how you spent it, how you wish you had spent it – and thinking about what you want the year ahead to be like. What are your goals, dreams, and aspirations? What will…
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Benefits of Working Outdoors
Did you know that the average American spends approximately 90% of their time indoors, and that nearly 86% of American workers sit all day at their jobs? As humans, our bodies were designed to move often and freely in the outdoors, not sit at desks in artificial light and stale air. Countless studies have proven…
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What is an Apprenticeship?
In Fiscal Year 2020, more than 221,000 individuals nationwide entered the apprenticeship system. Apprenticeships are becoming more and more popular, and for good reason! They’re a great way to kickstart a fulfilling career, where you’ll make good money, have great job security, rich benefits, and so much more. Not to mention, apprentices take on little…
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Quality Career Opportunities for Veterans
Veterans are some of the most dedicated, disciplined, hardworking members of our society. Yet, many veterans struggle when it comes to assimilating to civilian life. One of their greatest worries is being able to find a well-paying, stable career where their unique and valuable experience, skills, and talents can not only be used, but honored…