| For some women, an ordinary job in an office, the service industry, or retail just isn’t the right fit. If this sounds like you, you owe it to yourself to consider a career in the trades. A trades career can offer you the independence, job satisfaction and great pay you’re looking for.
Learning a trade can give you the opportunity to work in a variety of settings—outdoors, on a construction site, in a workshop, garage, mine or manufacturing plant.
Unlike some jobs, the trades offer a mental and physical challenge, allowing you to problem-solve and think creatively while also using hands-on skills. Tradeswomen report high levels of job satisfaction and increased confidence. They enjoy working with materials and being able to see the results of their work.
And as a tradesperson, you are a skilled and respected individual who is well-compensated for her expertise. In fact, the average wage of a tradesperson is double that of someone working in a retail job.
Learning a trade is your chance to become an in demand member of a dynamic workforce. It’s a chance to make a unique contribution to your community. It’s the key to getting the respect—and the paycheque—that you deserve.
The ITA Women in Trades Training initiative can help you find the right fit.
What are the steps to establishing a trades career?
Learn more about trades training and get an overview of the steps involved in establishing a trades career, from career exploration to training options to finding a job.
What are my trades career options?
With more than 140 recognized trades in BC, there are many careers to choose from. Discover the trades careers that you can train for with support from the ITA Women in Trades Training initiative.
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