PeopleReady Skilled Trades dedicates May as
Respect the Craft Month, highlighting and recognizing the vital
contributions of tradespeople.
TACOMA,
Wash., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The skilled
trades industry continues to experience a high demand for workers,
despite a cooling job market over the past few months. There have
been more than 770,000 unique skilled trades job postings from
nearly 95,000 employers since the beginning of 2023, according to a
recent analysis by PeopleReady Skilled Trades, a specialized
division of PeopleReady.
Demand for many skilled trade jobs has seen double-digit growth
in demand over the past three months, including carpenters (+23%),
stonemasons (+45%) and construction laborers (+18%).
With nearly 200,000 job openings last month alone, skilled
trades employers need to be creative in their recruitment and
retention strategies to remain competitive. One strategy
PeopleReady Skilled Trades employs is a year-round employee
recognition program, called Respect the Craft, that aims to instill
a sense of belonging and pride within their workforce.
"While we Respect the Craft throughout the year, we dedicate the
month of May to recognize our extraordinary skilled labor and
tradespeople across the country," said Jill
Quinn, executive leader of PeopleReady Skilled Trades.
"Tradespeople keep our communities running smoothly, and it's our
privilege to shine the spotlight on their vital contributions."
PeopleReady Skilled Trades designated May as Respect the Craft
Month, an annual celebration to show appreciation for tradespeople
with contests, rewards and recognition. This year, the company
invited skilled workers to showcase their talent and passion for
their craft through stories about the reasons they love working in
the skilled trades. Some examples include:
- "I like working in the skilled trades because no matter where
you are from, what color your skin is, what size you are, if you
are poor or well to do, female or male, or even if you made some
mistakes in the past... if you apply yourself and have good work
ethic, you can earn a decent wage to support your family. I'm now
giving the next group of journeymen electricians the knowledge and
tricks to be successful in the trade." - Bill, Journeyman
Electrician
- "I get to travel and meet different people from different
backgrounds and walks of life... You run across these same people
and they become family." - Sabrina, Millwright
- "My favorite part about working in the skilled trades is
knowing that each skill I have learned gives me the taste of
freedom and independence. My great great grandfather on my mother's
side came over from Mexico...to Tucson, where he built a house all
on his very own. I have and am learning the different skills to do
the same... A big thank you to all the trades that worked together
to build something that will last generations." - Raoul,
Plumber/Electrician
The company's Respect the Craft loyalty program is an ongoing
initiative for tradespeople to earn incentives and rewards while
being celebrated for their dedication to these essential
careers.
From helper and apprentice to master-level opportunities across
a variety of trades, PeopleReady Skilled Trades connects
tradespeople and work throughout the U.S. Find and apply for jobs
at skilled.peopleready.com/job or learn more about the Respect the
Craft loyalty program at
skilled.peopleready.com/respect-the-craft.
About PeopleReady Skilled Trades
PeopleReady Skilled Trades is a specialized division of
PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company (NYSE: TBI). Since 1987, this
specialized division has connected tradespeople and work across a
wide range of trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing,
welding, solar installations and more. Whether customers need a
single tradesperson or require a coordinated effort to dispatch
trades workers across multiple projects, PeopleReady Skilled Trades
ensures they have the right people with the right tools, on-site
and on time. Learn more at skilled.peopleready.com.
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