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Top 10% of electricians and plumbers earn over $108,000 a year. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025.
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Three steps to your
first paycheck.
01
Take the Trade Quiz
6 quick questions. 60 seconds. See which trade fits how you think and like to work.
02
Swipe on Companies
See trade companies approved by the TradeSmart team. Swipe right to like, left to pass. When they like you back, it's a match.
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Electrical
Electricians
$63,190 median pay per year
Install and repair the wiring, lighting and power systems in homes, businesses and factories. Most electricians learn through a paid apprenticeship.
Quick Stats
Median pay$63,190/yr
Top 10% earn$108,510+
Training4 or 5 year apprenticeship
Job growth, 2025 to 2035+9%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electricians, May 2025 pay.
Plumbing
Plumbers
$63,800 median pay per year
Install and repair the pipes that carry water and gas in homes and commercial buildings. Most plumbers learn through a paid apprenticeship.
Quick Stats
Median pay$63,800/yr
Top 10% earn$108,420+
Training4 or 5 year apprenticeship
Job growth, 2025 to 2035+7%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters, May 2025 pay.
HVAC
HVAC Technicians
$61,010 median pay per year
Install and service heating, cooling and refrigeration systems. Techs are needed in every season, for heat in winter and cooling in summer.
Quick Stats
Median pay$61,010/yr
Top 10% earn$95,210+
Training6 month to 2 year program, or apprenticeship
Job growth, 2025 to 2035+11%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, HVACR mechanics and installers, May 2025 pay.
Welding
Welders
$53,750 median pay per year
Join and cut metal for buildings, bridges, ships and vehicles. Welders who earn certifications can move into specialty work.
Quick Stats
Median pay$53,750/yr
Top 10% earn$77,530+
TrainingTechnical training plus months on the job
Job growth, 2025 to 2035+2%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, welders, cutters, solderers and brazers, May 2025 pay.
Carpentry
Carpenters
$60,580 median pay per year
Frame houses, build stairs and install cabinets and trim. Carpenters leave behind work they can see and be proud of.
Quick Stats
Median pay$60,580/yr
Top 10% earn$99,910+
TrainingPaid apprenticeship, several years
Job growth, 2025 to 2035+4%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, carpenters, May 2025 pay.
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$29 /mo
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$79 /mo
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$149 /mo
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