When you think of a “skilled trades job,” do you envision a neon vest and a hard hat? Or maybe someone swinging a hammer?
It’s true, those are two types of trades. But there are many, many more, and the state of Michigan is trying to make sure residents know about all types of opportunities in the trades.
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Pure Michigan has a site dedicated to informing people about the trades, and it includes six “featured skilled trade” job categories:
- Advanced manufacturing.
- Automotive.
- Construction.
- Energy.
- Healthcare.
- Information Technology (IT).
Advanced manufacturing
The site points out that advanced manufacturing jobs go beyond the production line. There are careers in 3D modeling, computer simulations, software development, and more.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Assemblers and fabricators.
- Computer numerical control operator.
- Grinding and polishing workers.
- Inspectors.
- Machine operator.
- Production workers.
- Tool and die makers.
- Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers.
Click here to visit the full page.
Automotive
There are countless possible careers in the automotive field, from mechanics and service techs to engineers.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Automotive body and related repairer.
- Automotive service technician and mechanic.
- Automotive glass installer and repairer.
- Bus, truck, and diesel mechanic.
- Engine and other machine assembler.
- Mechanical engineer.
- Mechanical engineer technician.
Click here to visit the full page.
Construction
Construction workers need problem-solving and math skills on top of the obvious physical and mental demands of the job.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Carpenters.
- Construction laborers.
- Construction supervisors.
- Electricians.
- Plumbers, pipe fitters, and steamfitters.
Click here to visit the full page.
Energy
There are a variety of possible career paths in the energy field, from linemen to power plant operators.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Lineman.
- Wind turbine service technician.
- Utility technician.
- Pipe fitter.
- Power plant operator.
- Electrical engineers.
Click here to visit the full page.
Healthcare
If you have a passion for helping others, there are several opportunities for tradespeople in the healthcare field.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Dental assistants.
- Dental hygienists.
- Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
- Medical and clinical laboratory technicians.
- Medical assistants.
- Medical secretaries.
- Nursing assistants.
- Pharmacy technicians.
- Radiologic technologists.
- Registered nurses.
Click here to visit the full page.
IT
Do you want to design websites? Or repair computers? Everyone needs an expert in information technology -- a constantly evolving field.
Here are the possible career paths listed:
- Computer programmers.
- Computer support specialists.
- Network and computer systems administrators.
- Telecommunications equipment installers and repairers.
- Web developers.
