Yes and no. Having the diploma is one thing, but it's vastly more important that you have work history, references, gear, tools, and a reliable means to get to the job site. Had I not worked as a military contractor before that, I likely never would've had what the garages I worked for would've wanted. A lot of the guys I went to school with had no clue how to get the tools or gear, and had to hope their instructors could provide references.
The downside is finding tradesmen is getting harder because cost of entry is rising.
Yes and no. Having the diploma is one thing, but it's vastly more important that you have work history, references, gear, tools, and a reliable means to get to the job site. Had I not worked as a military contractor before that, I likely never would've had what the garages I worked for would've wanted. A lot of the guys I went to school with had no clue how to get the tools or gear, and had to hope their instructors could provide references.
The downside is finding tradesmen is getting harder because cost of entry is rising.
Why do you say cost of entry is higher?
I know a few electricians and plumbers, especially the plumbers for some reason, that are doing crazy well for themselves.
Why do you say cost of entry is higher?
I know a few electricians and plumbers, especially the plumbers for some reason, that are doing crazy well for themselves.
Trades are really the way to go now a days. High paying jobs right off the bat and little to no debt from school.