Skilled Trades Career Guide and Counseling

Question: What skilled trades have welding in them? What other skilled trades are out there where welding may be part of the job?

Answer: Sheetmetal worker, Maintenance fitter, Welder (of course), Fitter and machinist, Motor mechanic, Air conditioning fitter.

Question: My boyfriend has a sexual assault felony on a minor, he has two skilled trades. Can he find a decent pay job? His skilled trades are auto mechanic and cnc technician

Answer: He can but it probably won't be the best job. When you make mistakes you have to learn to live with the consequences.In his case, he may have to take the jobs no one else wants and make the best of it. It will be hard because people are generally disgusted with sexual predators especially those who have preyed on children.

Question: I need a list of ALL skilled trades? I need a list of ALL skilled trades? I need a list of all Skilled Trades that you know of that require no more than 1 year of education and training to get your diploma or certification?

Answer: Lets see; there are soldiers, and there are whores. Together we support children who go to schools and learn about how useless we are. Then someone else takes over our country who has soldiers, who have whores.

Question: Everyone tells me canada is desperate for skilled trades men, where do I look for carpentry work? ? with a young family , we have been thinking about emigrating to canada for a while now, We have tried searching for work, my hubby is a qualified carpenter, but we are suffering from information overload, looking for where to live and what to do for work, is there any decent sites out there, that anyone can recommend.

Answer: Because you wrote this in the gay section I'll try very hard to link the question with the category and answer. In Canada, gay marriage is legal. I'm sure after marriage a lot of young gay couples are looking for a new home or a home to refurbish. I suggest looking in local gay newspapers and have your husband advertise: carpenter, has own tools, will work with you. You should get some replies....

Question: Skilled Trades : What's the difference between an apprentice and a helper? (ELECTRICIAN)? I am considering switching trades (think I'd make a fine electrician) - I see ads all the time for 'electrician's helper' - what's the difference between a helper and an apprentice?

Answer: Follow the link below for info on the Electrical Trade, apprenticeships, etc. Good Luck.

Question: What is a simple but good name for a Temporary Staffing business in Skilled trades?

Answer: What about just "Skilled Temps"(or "SkillTemps")- it tells what you are and also gives a good impression that your temp workers are good.

Question: I need information on skilled trades apprenticeships in Phoenix or Tucson Arizona.? College is not for me, but neither is the 9 to 5 minimum wage deal either. I live here in Omaha, which is very unsatisfactory to me. I'm about to graduate high school in May, and need a big change of life Input, anybody? Any help appreciated.

Answer: Hey Frank, Skilled trades jobs are hard to come by right now. I know. I've been a roofer for 33 years and this is the toughest time I' been through. I've never had a hard time getting a job. But right now I wouldn't want to try. The company I work for has downsized from 9 employees to 3. But we had to take a wage cut and lose our benefits. I live in N. Cal. and the unemployment rate is at 10 1/2 % right now. Most companies don't want to hire apprentices as the cost of workers comp is too high. California and Arizona are pretty much on the same scale, although I've heard Arizona may still have some construction going on. Good Luck! johnny b

Question: Does anyone know of a good job listing board or online resource for skilled trades such as locksmithing?

Answer: craigslist.com or monster.com

Question: I hear Australia are lacking in many skilled trades? Making white (they are a bit racialist), english speaking foreigners particularly desirable. I am a copywriter/proofreader and can work within magazine production. Is this profession in demand Down Under? Thanks I am a UK national.

Answer: I was unaware that they had specified white English speaking foreigners, I know they had asked for English speakers but that was it as far as I was concerned. To check you demand try these websites http://www.workpermit.com/australia/skilled.htm?newsletter=b127ddd93ea1af34354d3a0afc852afa https://www.visabureau.com/australia/assessment/skilled/default.aspx http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/index.htm Hope it helps

Question: What is usual employment package and accomodation in working camps for skilled workers/trades? Hello everybody!! What is usual expat accommodation in working camps for trades (equipment operators, welders, electricians, mechanics, drivers, etc) in construction, civil engineering, mining, oil gas companies? I read a lot about very poor life conditions in some labour camps in some countries, I hope it's not everywhere like that. What is your experience? I know that high educated expats has a good accommodation, but can anyone give me some information about expat lifestyle for above mentioned occupations (trades)? I am Qualified Heavy Equipment Operator (11 years exp.) and what should I expact in usual expatriate employment package and accommodation for my occupation. I know it vary from country to country and from company to company... please tell me your experience from any part of the world: Middle East, Africa, Eu, Australia, Asia, Russia, Canada, Usa.....

Answer: ive been in a lot of fleabag hotels, and sketchy dormitories with cafeteria food. I suggest you dont take anything with you that you dont mind losing, get your shots, and have your money direct deposited to you bank. Of course, some companies are better than others, and some countries are too, and some industries are too. Just remember that you arent going to be coming home to the strife and troubles everyday at five. that should make anything worth it, haha.

Question: Any ideas where to find work in skill trades fields. Need steady employment? We are new to the Philadelphia area, and my husband is looking for work. Skill trades/ Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated.

Answer: go to the local union halls

Question: What skilled trade has a good starting salary? I currently make around $12-$13 per hour. What skilled trade will start me at the same level or higher than what I make now? I'm looking at the $15 range or higher.

Answer: Skilled trade? A journeyman plumber can make about $24 an hour, but it takes some apprenticing to get there. I believe AC technicians make even more.

Question: What is a good Skilled Trade job for me? Still in high school, but my careers class has got me thinking, what should I be when i grow up? I want to take a skilled trade but I dont know which one. I have a high Kinaesthetic and Visual Spatial, skill and I am excellent at using computers. Any ideas and what courses should I take for Grades 11 and 12? And apprenticeship progrmas in Canada?

Answer: Electrician; Inside or Outside Wireman, Lineman or Data Tech. As high as you can go with math, science, mechanical drawing, etc. Canada link at the bottom of the site. good luck.. http://www.ibew.org/

Question: Are you a skilled trade worker why not join us? If you are a skilled trade worker like welder,electrician,plumber etc why not join our group to share your passion and your questions.

Answer: I fear the travel expense from America would be prohibitive for me.

Question: Whats the most demanding skilled trade in Canada? I want to do an apprenticeship for a trade, which is the most demanding with a future skilled trade in Canada? Articles, sources, or personal experience would be appreciated, thank you

Answer: Trades like plumbing and electricians are already in demand and more will be required soon. The baby boomers are retiring in the next 5-10 years and nobody is filling their spots.

Question: Question about the skilled trades union? Who here has had or currently has a job with a union? such as hvac, pipe-fitters, plumber....What are some pros and cons of being in a union? thanks

Answer: In New York City if you do not belong to the union you do not work. It is a necessity. The union will help find you a job since you only pay dues if you are working. Strong union family.