The Trades at a Glance

Take a look at the chart below to compare key job statistics about the electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling industries.

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Average Salary

$ 0
$ 0
$ 0

Jobs by 2024

0
0
0

Job Growth

0 %
0 %
0 %

Education

GED or HS Diploma

GED or HS Diploma

GED or HS Diploma

Advaced Education

Preferred

Preferred

Required

Job Experience

None Needed

None Needed

None Needed

Training

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

Licensing

Mandatory

Varies

Varies

Career Roadmap

The trades offer great pay, benefits, job security and professional satisfaction. Explore The Trades is your complete resource for everything you need to get started and advance your career. Connect with the right people, the right information and get the right answers to get your career in gear!

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Plumbing Career Path Infographic
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HVAC Career Path Infographic
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Electrical Career Path Infographic