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The Big 6 Trades
When people say "the trades," they usually mean a handful of core disciplines. But within each one, there are specializations that can take your career in wildly different directions. Let's break down the Big 6 — the trades with the highest demand, best pay, and most career flexibility.
Key Takeaways
- 1Electrician — The tech-savvy problem solver
- 2Millwright — The mechanical genius
- 3Welder — The metal artist
- 4Plumber/Pipefitter — The essential infrastructure builder
- 5Heavy Equipment Operator — The big machine commander
- 6Carpenter — The structural backbone