The trades might
surprise you
Good paying,
in-demand jobs
Even at the entry level, trades careers offer competitive wages and robust benefits. Construction is a thriving industry, constantly seeking well qualified talent.
Debt-free
education
Unlike college, trades apprenticeships don’t come with steep tuition fees and many pay apprentices — allowing you to earn while you learn.
Real opportunities
for growth
Trades careers offer clear paths for development and upward mobility. In fact, at EMCOR companies, many of our executives started in entry-level positions and apprenticeships.
For young adults weighing
their options after high
school, the trades may
surprise you. Apprenticeship
programs in construction
offer high-demand, long-term
career paths in thriving
industries.
What are the trades really like?
These jobs are way more than just a paycheck.
Find out why trades professionals at EMCOR companies take so much pride in their work.
Getting Your
Journey Started
If a trades apprenticeship sounds right for you, the best place to start is checking out the resources available on apprenticeship.gov.
Find their updated list of available construction apprenticeships here.
For more information on apprenticeship programs with unions in your area, North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) has a number of online resources. Check out NABTU’s apprentices and training page here, which includes an interactive map of affiliated union locals.
Explore the Trades
also has a wealth of information on the plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trades, including resources on schools and licensing. Visit their website here.
And finally, if you’d like to discuss with someone in person, consider visiting your local American Job Center. Use the Department of Labor’s search tool to find a center in your area.