[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There’s a lot that people are thinking about when one year is ending and a new one is approaching. One thing that might be on the minds of some is what they want to be doing for work. Taking the next step to a rewarding job might mean going back to school, though this doesn’t have to mean enrolling in a traditional university.
There are a number of entry level jobs out there to choose from that can fit a range of interests, and a need to fill positions in the future. However, some skilled trade jobs are in demand more than others. Keep reading to discover some of the trades in demand for the upcoming year.
More Career Openings as Baby Boomers Retire
Baby Boomers, or people defined as being born between the years of 1946 to 1964, are reaching retirement age more and more. As this happens, it leaves gaps in employment that need to be filled. Many positions are opening in fields related to skilled trades.
A good majority of this generation are giving up their vocational careers that required specific training to obtain. This means there’s an opportunity for those interested in these industries to step in and take their place while the demand is high.
Some positions that Baby Boomers occupy a large portion of include:
- Electricians
- Machinists
- Welders
- Construction Occupations
- Mechanical Engineers
- Heating and Cooling
- Plumbers
Skilled Trades in Demand for the Transportation Industry
One industry that is likely to remain important over the years and offer additional job opportunities is the transportation industry. Many soon-retiring baby boomers hold positions within this field – and there is always a need for workers with the skills required to work on transportation equipment and machinery.
With an increasing number of job openings, those interested in the industry should be encouraged to pursue an education and take steps toward a career they’re passionate about. A trade school like Universal Technical Institute (UTI) can prepare you for a number of these roles.1
Some potential in-demand career paths in the transportation industry include:
Diesel technicians: Average annual job openings for diesel technicians and engine specialists are projected to be more than 24,000.43 Diesel engines are powerful, important machines that deliver power to a range of vehicles and are also used in a variety of other applications, such as generators. The Diesel Technology program at UTI can prepare graduates to work in a range of settings, from repair shops to dealerships.
Automotive technicians: Those training as automotive technicians can gain the skills needed to maintain and repair all kinds of vehicles. In the Automotive Technology program at UTI, industry-related experience can prepare students for entry-level positions in as few as 51 weeks.7 The average annual job openings for automotive technicians are projected to be more than 60,000.41
Welders: The process of welding is uniting two or more parts together with heat, pressure, or a combination of the two. It’s something used in a wide variety of industries, including transportation, and there are more than 43,000 annual job openings projected for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers.42 Students attending the Welding Technology Training program at UTI will become familiar with several different types of welding, from gas metal arc (GMAW) to flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).
A few other great career paths that can be pursued in the transportation industry include:
Motorcycle mechanics: Students can train at Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in just 42 weeks to become a motorcycle technician. They’ll learn everything needed to repair and maintain two- and three-wheeled vehicles. Courses in the program include everything from electrical systems to engine troubleshooting. Graduates will be prepared to work in a range of settings, from custom bike shops to brand-specific dealerships.
Collision repair technicians: Automotive body and related repairers have the skills needed to reshape and restore vehicles. Positions will be opening to those interested in making this kind of body repair to vehicles. Created in conjunction with I-CAR, the Collision Repair and Refinish Technology (CRRT) program at UTI can provide students the repair skills they need as defined by the industry.
Marine technicians: Those passionate about the water might consider pursuing a path as a marine technician. Students graduating from MMI’s Marine Technology program with hands-on training as a marine technician are prepared for jobs that range from boat riggers to dealership techs. Students will gain hands-on experience working on watercraft, learning how to maintain and make repairs.
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