Which trade jobs pay the most?

I'm exploring different trade job options and I'm interested in which trades tend to pay the highest salaries. Are there certain skills or certifications that make it easier to land the highest-paying trade jobs?

Different trade jobs come with a wide range of potential salaries, depending largely on the level of skill and experience needed for each trade.

Some of the highest-paying trade jobs include:

1. Elevator Installers and Repairers: These skilled professionals command a high salary due to the specialized and highly technical nature of their work. Certification via the National Elevator Industry Education Program is often required for these roles.

2. Commercial Divers: This adventurous career involves underwater work for industrial projects. It necessitates diver safety and other specialized training.

3. Rotating Equipment Engineers: These engineers specialize in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment (like turbines) in industries such as energy or manufacturing. A degree in mechanical engineering is often needed.

4. Boilermakers: They assemble, install, and repair boilers and other large containers that hold gases and liquids. On-the-job training and apprenticeships are typically required to become proficient in this trade.

However, high pay is often accompanied by rigorous training, certifying exams, and sometimes physically demanding work. All these factors and more (like location and demand for the trade) can influence how much you can earn in a trade job.

Remember, when considering a trade, consider not just the potential pay, but also whether you would enjoy the work, the demand for the trade, and the work conditions and hours that come along with it. It could lead to a fulfilling and well-paid career.