Why masonry? Think opportunity. There’s a major shortage of masons nationwide. “We’re in dire need. I’m always looking for people in their 20s who are interested in the trade—and they’re extremely rare,” said Judd Tanzini, president of The Tancor Corporation, a...
Great Lakes Skilled Trades has announced the opening on its second office, just outside Milwaukee County in the northwest suburbs. “Our Milwaukee branch will have the same competitive differentiation that has made our first branch a success in Grand Rapids: We are a...
Maybe you should become a HVAC tech. After all, they’re in high demand—according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, HVAC technician employment is expected to rise by 15 percent through 2026, much higher than the average occupation—particularly now that we’re coming...
Why not become a roofer? It’s the life, says John Steffes. Out under the sky. Fresh air. Hard work. Camaraderie. “I love roofing!” says John, field superintendent with Great Lakes Systems, which has been serving the greater Grand Rapids area for four decades. He...
Now is a great time to become a carpenter. Carpenters are in high demand, and there’s a shortage of good ones. During the housing bust in 2008, many carpenters left the profession and pursued other employment. Meanwhile, starting in the ’70s, high school guidance...
So you’re wondering, “How do I became a welder?” That’s a simple question with a complex answer. Welders are skilled tradespeople who use intense heat to join metal together or repair metal structures or components. To do that, they use one of many different welding...
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