If i was going into a trade, it would be more modern and go after a 5 Axis CNC programmer. Couple that with training as an operator if you want (doesn’t take much to align a part and push a button though).

I went to Carver Career and Technical Education Center in High School, 2 years worth, 1080 hours. Electricity was the field of study. Ended up going to WV Tech and graduating as an EE. It’s been a good ride the last 36 years.