Posts by Troy Latuff
10 Skilled Trades with the Worst Worker Shortages in 2027
Quick answer: Some skilled trades are far harder to staff than others, and employers in those trades face the longest vacancies. This article ranks ten trades with the worst worker shortages heading into 2027, explains why each gap exists, and shows what employers and job seekers can do about it. If you hire in the…
Read MoreHow to Write a Trades Job Description That Gets Applicants (2027)
Quick answer: List the pay range, benefits, and daily work in the first lines. Skilled trades candidates skim postings in seconds and leave when the basics are missing. A weak job description is one of the fastest ways to lose a qualified tradesperson before they even apply. In 2027, the best candidates skim postings in…
Read More15 Highest-Paying Skilled Trades in 2027 (No Degree Required)
Quick answer: The highest paying skilled trades can pay well above the national median and do not require a four year degree. This guide ranks 15 high paying trades for 2027, explains what each job involves and shows the training or apprenticeship routes into them. Use the list to compare pay and demand, then pick…
Read MoreWhat Qualified Trade Applicants Really Want From Your Job Posting in 2026
Competition for skilled trade workers is fierce in 2026. Discover what qualified applicants are actually looking for in a position — and how to write job postings and offer packages that attract and keep the best talent.
Read MoreBest-Paying Entry-Level Trades in 2026 and How to Apply
Quick answer: Several entry level trades hire people with no experience and pay well enough to build a career on. This guide lists the best paying entry level trades, explains what each job involves and shows how to apply and get hired, from choosing a trade to preparing a short resume. Use it to pick…
Read MoreContent Is Still King in 2026 — The SEO Strategy Every Blue Collar Business Needs
By Troy Latuff Founder & CEO, The Blue Collar Recruiter If you run a blue collar or skilled trades business like HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, facilities, or beyond, you already know how competitive things have become. What most business owners are still underestimating is this; Your ability to hire, grow, and stay competitive is directly…
Read MoreHow to Retain Skilled Trades Workers in 2026
Quick answer: Skilled trades employers keep workers by paying fairly, offering a clear path to advance and running a strong first ninety days. This guide covers practical ways to retain skilled trades workers in 2027, including benchmarking pay, standardizing onboarding, giving predictable schedules and recognizing performance. Use it as a checklist to find out why…
Read More7 Daily Habits of Highly Successful Blue Collar Business Owners in 2026
Most business advice online is written by people who’ve never touched a wrench, managed a crew in 95-degree heat, or chased down a late invoice at 9pm. So let’s skip the Silicon Valley fluff. These are the habits that actually separate thriving trades business owners—the ones scaling past $1M, $3M, $5M—from the ones grinding hard…
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Hiring Blue Collar Workers in 2026
Quick answer: Hiring blue collar workers in 2027 takes a clear process and speed. This complete guide covers how to define the role, set competitive pay, write postings that get applications, source candidates in the trades, screen them efficiently and onboard them so they stay. It is written for contractors, home service companies and manufacturers…
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