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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 30 MIN

Virginia Focus - National Careers in Trades Week

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As industries face a massive need for over 600,000 new blue collar workers annually, National Careers in Trades Week hopes to help alleviate the problem. Industry leaders say there is a critical shortage where 5 skilled tradespeople retire for every 2 that enter the field. Workers of all ages are exploring the trades for rewarding and well-paying jobs with great benefits, including healthcare and pensions, and no college debt. We're learning more from Tom Martin, President of SMACNA in Chantilly, Virginia.

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