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A career in the trades can be very rewarding. There are many different trades’ positions including welder, stonemason and contractor. Being trained as an electrician or plumber also opens many doors to a bright and financially rewarding career. Many positions in the trades are highly-needed and offer competitive wages. A career in the trades can allow you to have flexible hours, have paid training and job security.




Welder

Welder

A welder is a tradesman who welds materials, such as plastics or metals, together. Welders have excellent attention to detail and good dexterity to go along with technical knowledge of both the best practices in the field and about the materials being joined. While a career in welding can be dangerous and usually involves early mornings and long hours, it can be very rewarding. Education To become a welder, you need to first finish your high school education. Then you will want to find a trade school or community college that offers an apprenticeship or some kind of formal training

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Contractor

Contractor

General contractors are responsible for organizing the work that goes into a renovation or construction project. They act as an intermediary between the subcontractors who perform the necessary jobs and the developer or homeowner. General contractors may be in charge of many different people on one job site, including plumbers, electricians, carpenters and landscapers. They are usually suggested to a client by an architect or designer. Education It is not always necessary to have formal education to become a contractor, although a bachelor’s degree in construction management or some related field is becoming increasingly more important and almost required. The

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Stonemason

Stonemason

Stone masonry is one of the oldest trades in the construction industry, dating back to the Hellenistic world. For a creative person who loves working outdoors, becoming a stonemason is a very rewarding choice. Stonemasons work almost entirely outdoors, and often design and construct their own projects. This can be in either a commercial, residential, or industrial setting. Education Like many other trades, becoming a stonemason does not require a college degree. You do require a high school diploma however, and will want to take as many sketching, shop, and math classes as possible. These will form the foundation of

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Electrician

Electrician

An electrician is a tradesperson who specializes in the electrical wiring of machines and buildings. Regardless of where you live, you will be able to find steady work as an electrician. As long as electricity remains a vital part of our society, there will be a high demand for skilled electricians. While it takes years of studying and practice to become a skilled electrician, it is worth the effort. Education While you do not need a college degree to become an electrician, you do need formal training. Typically this is completed at a technical school after you have completed high

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Plumber

Plumber

Being a plumber is not as easy as it may seem. It requires specialized training, as well as knowledge of building codes, water conservation techniques, construction and pipe materials, and the ability to correctly read blueprints. It requires many years of schooling and experience before you can become an independent plumber with your own business. Education Studying to become a plumber begins in high school. You need a strong foundation in math (especially geometry and algebra), computers, and science. You should take classes in blueprint reading and drafting if your high school offers them. Some high schools may even offer

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