Construction Trades
Having a specific set of skills within the construction industry can help improve the job prospects, as companies require specialized skills to complete many jobs. Specialty trade contractors ranging from electrical contractors to equipment specialists will find the most opportunities in the work force, and usually require both college training as well as work experience.
Many unions are active in the field, and require union certification in order to work on certain jobs. Construction is a highly pro-cyclical industry which shifts along with the economy, and can also be highly seasonal. The ability to work on independent home and small business projects from roof installation to carpentry to drywall installation can help boost your versatility, so try to develop a specialty as a contractor.
Electrical skills are in high demand, so electrician job and salary prospects are greater than the industry average. General contractors can earn salaries starting at $30,000, while specialists start closer to $50,000.
