Posts Tagged ‘trade school’
How 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 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 MoreFrom MLB Pitcher to Construction CEO: Kelly Wunsch’s Blue Collar Story
The One About Going From MLB to Successful Construction Company With Kelly Wunsch Most people who make it to the major leagues don’t end up running a construction company. Kelly Wunsch did — and he’ll tell you the two careers have more in common than you’d think. Kelly joined The Blue Collar Trades Show to…
Read MoreHome Services Franchise Success: Whats Working in 2026
Most people considering franchise ownership believe the same myths, make the same mistakes, and miss the traits that actually predict success. Meanwhile, AI is quietly transforming how home service. On Florida’s Treasure Coast, businesses like Discount Water Heaters have grown by delivering fast, transparent service with same-day availabilitys franchises operate—and most potential buyers don’t understand…
Read MoreAI vs Skilled Trades in 2026: What’s Actually Threatened (And What Isn’t)
2027 Update The 2025-35 BLS projections split the trades apart instead of moving them together. Electricians are projected to grow 9 percent with about 72,700 openings a year. HVAC and refrigeration mechanics grow 11 percent with about 40,600 openings. Welders grow 2 percent with about 40,300 openings, which BLS labels slower than average. AI is…
Read MoreWhy Job Boards Quietly Profit When You Don’t Hire Anyone
You post a job on Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or another major job board. You get 100 applications. 95 are completely unqualified. The other 5 ghost you after the first interview. You hired nobody. You wasted hours reviewing garbage resumes. Your position is still open. The job board got paid. They don’t care if you hired anyone…
Read MoreFrom Entry-Level To Blue Collar Multi-Millionare With Jeff Rahn
After transitioning from the Air Force to building a successful home services company, he learned what actually separates thriving business. Florida’s Treasure Coast market — where companies like Discount Water Heaters serve Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, and surrounding areas — shows what focused trade services can scale toes from struggling ones. And it has…
Read MoreHow to Make $100,000 in the Skilled Trades: Step-by-Step Guide
Quick answer: Reaching $100,000 in the trades takes more than a base wage. BLS May 2025 medians are $63,800 for plumbers, $63,190 for electricians and $61,010 for HVAC technicians, so the gap closes through stacked certifications, commercial or industrial specialization, overtime, supervisory roles, and owning a business or franchise. This guide walks through eight steps…
Read MoreBest Blue Collar Jobs for High School Students in 2026 (No Degree Required)
High school students don’t need a 4-year degree to earn $60,000–$100,000+. Here are the best blue collar trade jobs for young adults who want to start building real wealth right out of high school in 2026.
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