It has been said for many years now, by many companies, that it is hard to find skilled employees. It’s also been said that there aren’t enough young people coming into the industry to make up for rapidly retiring employees. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 21% increase in the need for plumbing and HVAC technicians — more than 138,000 new workers — by the year 2022.
These next six years will be difficult for many companies, but a few have begun to prepare. By offering ride-alongs, summer internships and training programs, these companies are catching the eyes of the younger generation and helping them learn more about the plumbing and heating trades.
