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DENVER, May 22, 2025 ~ As graduation season approaches, High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric is encouraging high school seniors to consider a career in the skilled trades industry. The family-owned and operated home service company, based in the greater Denver metropolitan area, recognizes the growing demand for skilled workers in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical positions.
According to co-owner Levi Torres, there has been a decline in the number of applicants to trade schools since the 1970s. This is due to the emphasis placed on pursuing a college degree by parents and teachers. However, with the retirement of Baby Boomers at an all-time high, there is now a critical need for replacements in these skilled trades.
"We'd like to see more community leaders help balance the scales by exposing students to both college and the trades," Torres stated.
For graduating seniors considering their career options, Torres suggests looking at factors such as cost and time spent learning. While four-year degrees can be expensive with an average cost of $9,800 per year for tuition and fees at public colleges, trade schools offer more affordable options ranging from $3,800 to $16,000 total. Additionally, trade school programs typically take 18-24 months to complete compared to four-year degrees.
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In terms of pay, while some college graduates may earn more than trade school graduates initially, this gap is shrinking as the demand for skilled trades workers increases. With a shortage of labor in these industries, competition for reliable workers with the right skills drives up average salaries.
For those who prefer hands-on work and an active job that doesn't involve sitting behind a desk all day, a career as a plumber, electrician or HVAC technician may be appealing. These jobs also offer flexible schedules as many home service contractors provide 24-hour services.
Torres also wants to dispel any misconceptions about skilled trades workers not being as intelligent or not earning enough compared to college graduates. "One of the best things about being a skilled tradesman is that you never have to worry that your job will be outsourced," he said. "You have to work in your community because that's where the customers and their homes are located."
To learn more about High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric and their services, interested individuals can visit their website at http://high5homefix.com/ or call (720) 637-5177 to schedule an inspection. As the demand for skilled trades workers continues to rise, High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric hopes to inspire more high school seniors to consider a career in this rewarding industry.
According to co-owner Levi Torres, there has been a decline in the number of applicants to trade schools since the 1970s. This is due to the emphasis placed on pursuing a college degree by parents and teachers. However, with the retirement of Baby Boomers at an all-time high, there is now a critical need for replacements in these skilled trades.
"We'd like to see more community leaders help balance the scales by exposing students to both college and the trades," Torres stated.
For graduating seniors considering their career options, Torres suggests looking at factors such as cost and time spent learning. While four-year degrees can be expensive with an average cost of $9,800 per year for tuition and fees at public colleges, trade schools offer more affordable options ranging from $3,800 to $16,000 total. Additionally, trade school programs typically take 18-24 months to complete compared to four-year degrees.
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In terms of pay, while some college graduates may earn more than trade school graduates initially, this gap is shrinking as the demand for skilled trades workers increases. With a shortage of labor in these industries, competition for reliable workers with the right skills drives up average salaries.
For those who prefer hands-on work and an active job that doesn't involve sitting behind a desk all day, a career as a plumber, electrician or HVAC technician may be appealing. These jobs also offer flexible schedules as many home service contractors provide 24-hour services.
Torres also wants to dispel any misconceptions about skilled trades workers not being as intelligent or not earning enough compared to college graduates. "One of the best things about being a skilled tradesman is that you never have to worry that your job will be outsourced," he said. "You have to work in your community because that's where the customers and their homes are located."
To learn more about High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric and their services, interested individuals can visit their website at http://high5homefix.com/ or call (720) 637-5177 to schedule an inspection. As the demand for skilled trades workers continues to rise, High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric hopes to inspire more high school seniors to consider a career in this rewarding industry.
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