Trade industries are rising as changes in technology evolves. There are four trade industries to consider for second careers. These include:
Each of the four trade industries offers current opportunities for individuals who plan to change careers or are looking to expand upon their work related experience.
With the impetus toward clean energy growing constantly, a career in the wind turbine, solar and hydroelectric industries meet the need for futuristic careers that will continue to grow in significance.
Each of these industries is open to entry level to advanced levels of skills in electrical, mechanical design, field service and small parts manufacturing.
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) is another of the growing industries with a full future ahead. This career would require some prior training and licensing. It is quite adaptable to tradesmen who are seeking a career change from mechanical design of HVACR equipment. It is also a path toward small business ownership.
The electrical industry needs strong, experience technicians with skills in a variety of commercial, industrial and residential electrical design and installations. As a second career, there are also electrical jobs that create a path to a career in electronics design.
In choosing a career in industrial maintenance the options for a career are many. For example, there is maintenance of commercial or industrial machinery in plants, manufacturing, buildings and offices. Those who have experience using specialized tools like mig welders can get paid for their expertize. There are also industrial maintenance careers that provide for inspections, preventative and troubleshooting of machinery in these types of sites.
The rising costs of college has created a change in thinking about trade industries. As a result, students are moving toward certifications and licensing from attendance in vocational and trade schools.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth in construction and extraction is “projected to grow 11 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations, a gain of about 747,600 new jobs.”
In addition to the four trade industries you can make a second career out of, there are careers in plumbing, painting, glazing, ironworks, sheet metal, roofing and masonry.
For more details on how to start a second career in trade industries, check the curricula of trade schools and vocational schools. The courses of study required are affordable and can be completed in as little as four months and up to two years for certification or licensing eligibility.
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