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How to find trade jobs that offer remote work?

With everything going digital, I'm wondering if any trade jobs provide the chance to work remotely. Have any of you come across trade jobs that allow this kind of flexibility? Would be great to get some leads!

3 months ago

While most traditional trades often require physical work on-site such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, the digital revolution has created opportunities for remote work in certain areas related to trades. You might want to look into fields where technical skills and trades intersect.

CAD Design is one field where you could leverage trade knowledge. CAD designers often work closely with engineers, architects, and other professionals to draft and design schematics used in building and construction.

Another area is sales and customer service for trade-specific products or services. If you have a deep understanding of a certain trade, you could find a remote role in helping customers understand products, make purchases, or troubleshoot issues.

Project management is another role to consider. Many building companies, suppliers, and related businesses hire project managers to oversee work, keep schedules on track, and coordinate communication among various stakeholders. This would require a deep understanding of the trade involved but may also allow for remote work.

Also, teaching or consulting might be another great opportunity if you are an expert and have several years of experience in your trade. Online vocational, and educational programs and consulting are growing in demand and could offer a chance to work remotely.

Remember it always helps to ramp up your digital skills in areas such as project management software, communication tools, and industry-specific applications to increase your chances of landing a remote trade-related job. This is the future of work and the more comfortable you are working in a digital environment, the more opportunities will open for you!

3 months ago

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