This chapter explores the job security prospects in the plumbing field due to a shortage of skilled workers and the appeal it holds for young individuals seeking financial stability and satisfaction in their work. It underscores the importance of advocating for the trades industry to address the growing shortage and maintain essential infrastructure.
The US has a plumber shortage. And as more and more baby boomer plumbers reach retirement, there aren’t enough young people coming in to fill the gap.
On today’s Big Take podcast, we talk to Bloomberg’s US Economy reporter Enda Curran about why there’s a shortage and what it means for America’s infrastructure and economy. Plus – we hear from Chris Biondi, a plumber struggling to clear the way for future generations in the industry.
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