Career questions tagged skilledtrades
How long does it typically take to completely finish a carpentry trade?
I'm Interested in taking either cement or carpentry as a trade ill stick with to eventually become a successful person
What a good paying job for a 15 year old in high school?
I wanna be a electrician after high school
For engineering technicians.or skilled trades professionals, what was the hardest transition from school to real-world work, and what would you do differently if you could start over ?
Current engineering technician student at MiraCosta TCI.
How can I gain hands-on experience across multiple areas in aviation maintenance, such as avionics and sheet metal, when workplaces tend to compartmentalize roles?
I currently have a job lined up at a local airport for when I graduate this October with my associate degree and A&P license. While working, I’ll also be continuing toward a bachelor’s degree online. I’ll be entering the field with limited experience—about a year as an assistant mechanic—and I want to explore different specialties and gain as much knowledge as possible before settling into the path that fits me best. The challenge is that my current job is very small, with only a few workers. I’m grateful for the opportunity and enjoy working with my coworkers, but the scope is limited. All of the work is on small fixed-wing aircraft, and they never handle larger repairs or composite type works. I’d like to expand beyond that and gain experience in other areas of aviation maintenance. I understand that it’s difficult to get exposure to everything, especially since many workplaces prioritize efficiency over well-rounded training. Still, I believe that building a broad foundation early on will help me better understand aircraft systems, troubleshoot more effectively, and ultimately choose the specialty that fits me best. Any advice on how to gain that kind of broad experience early in my career would be greatly appreciated!
I really value family, health, and money. what jobs or career paths align with these values?
I like construction and mechanic work
Do you prefer a certificate or an Associates degree for plumbing?
I'm a senior in high school still deciding if i should be a plumber or a diesel mechanic.
How many more years would I have to do to become an electrician?
I would to prepare myself for the years to come.
Can I become a construction worker without a diploma?
Hello my name is Armando and I am interested in joining construction. Can you tell me the pros and cons about construction . I want to do this job because my dad is in construction and I wondered if I can join as well. That’s why I’m interested I heard they pay tons of money. Another question I have is if you get payed weekly or monthly because I want to know when I get money for groceries and rent or things for my self. Well that’s all I wanted to know. Thank you for your help.
What is the best route to take for the electrician apprenticeship in college?
I would like to know what is the best way during collge is to be involved in a trade like that.
Do you have reliable transportation to get you to and from work as an electrical power line installer?
# electrical power line installer
My class is going to be exploring different career categories, one of which is manufacturing. Would you recommend any jobs in this job category?
My name is Julian, I’m a 7th grader in Yuma Arizona. I am aspiring to be an architect or work in the field.
What are some of the hardest obstacles an electrician could face?
I’m in 8th grade and my class will be using VR to experience what some jobs are like. The cluster I chose was electrical profession and engineering. When we use the VR I just want to know what will be a likely issue I can prepare for.
Is a bach degree required to become an automotive designer/ engineer?
I am currently in 12th grade with a 2.9 contemplating weather I should go to college or tradeschool.
How can i learn about being a mechanic
I want to be a mechanic but I have no knowledge about being mechanic. It's something I want to do when I become an adult.