Originally Posted by Dillonbuck
Originally Posted by NVhntr
There will always be demand for good hard working self motivated plumbers, electricians, HVAC mechanics, and auto mechanics. Even in a downturn the ones with the qualifiers I mentioned will be retained while the deadwood will be laid off.
Everyone used to strap on a tool belt and becomes is a carpenter in a recession, but now you won't displace the Mexicans.



HVAC is a great place to start.
Big demand , learn for real on the bosses dime.

Get your stupid mistakes out on his jobs.
Side work, then on your own.

Refrigeration/heating, with a bunch of plumbing and electrical
thrown in. A bit of construction on some jobs too.

If you take that self employed step, you won't be a one trick pony.

That's what I did. Started out as a commercial construction laborer, ended up running the Facilities Maintenance Dept. for the second largest city in NV. Worked hard, loyal to my employers, never stopped learning new things, not afraid of responsibility. Attitude has much to do with how far you go. I didn't have a college degree but I was promoted over many who did.

Let's Go Brandon! FJB