⚡⚡⚡ Every day, more & more Tennesseans like Bryron in Memphis are choosing a successful career in the trades. Start earning a competitive salary without the time commitment & expense of a four-year degree.
🔌💡 Find training at gobuildtennessee.com
Happy #LaborDay to the skilled trades professionals who build Tennessee from the ground up. You’re the ones who keep Tennessee's economy running strong and we are grateful.
Economic development and workforce development go hand in hand, and this is especially important in our rural communities.
We’re investing in sites and infrastructure to prepare communities for growth—and through TNWorks, we’re working alongside partners @Jobs4_TN and @TNHigherEd to make sure workforce and education are part of that equation, too.
Great to share more about how the state is connecting these pieces at the @NatlGovsAssoc Workforce Development Policy Institute this morning.
SHAWN RYAN: “Jensen Huang keeps saying the tradesmen is going to be the next millionaire class … Do you think there's truth to that?”
MIKE ROWE: “I know there's truth to it … I have a thousand success stories to back it up.” 🔥
One of my neighbors kid went to trade school for HVAC at 18.
His parents were embarrassed because everyone around us, college is the only option promoted.
He spent $6k and started at $65k while his friends were still in school.
At 25 he got his contractor license. At 27 he opened his own shop.
Last year his company did $2.1 million in revenue with 3 trucks. His friends just started to pay off their student loans.
Now, my neighbors cant stop bragging about their son who also is our neighborhood HVAC tech.
Day 96 tagging @mikeroweworks to let everyone know that we need more kids like this.
The US needs 500,000 new electricians this decade.
Apprenticeships take 5 years.
Microsoft’s Brad Smith says it’s the #1 thing slowing data center expansion.
The AI bottleneck isn’t chips. It’s the trades.
This #WomeninConstruction Week, we're celebrating the crucial role women have in the construction industry. Their hard work is key in building TN's future and deserves to be recognized always. #WICWeek2026 👷♀️💪
In February, we celebrate #CTEMonth, highlighting the crucial contributions of CTE programs in addressing the needs of TN's #skilledtrades sectors. Through a network of committed education partners, CTE is empowering students with skills for success in the future job market. 👷♂️👷🏽♀️
This winter storm is a reminder that the #skilledtrades don’t just build TN—they’re an essential part of our lives. Endless thanks to every lineman, HVAC tech, road crew worker, electrician, plumber, and others who continue to work tirelessly for Tennesseans.
📷 @Tennessean
🛣️ 🚧 Today is the busiest travel day of the year & it wouldn't be possible without the dedication & skill of our road builders. As 1.9 million Tennesseans hit the roads this week, we thank every Tennessean who works tirelessly to keep The Volunteer State moving.
Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. Their dedication and sacrifice inspire us, and their skills continue to shape our workforce. Thank you for your service and for all you do. 🇺🇸
This National Career Development Month, we're celebrating Tennessee's commitment to creating a strong and skilled workforce. Find training near you at gobuildtennessee.com/trainin…
💀There's nothing more frightening than a desk job. Ditch the debt and the suit with a rewarding and high-paying skilled trades career. Find your path today at gobuildtennessee.com 🎃
Today is #NationalTennesseeDay. We're proud to be part of the greatest state in the union & grateful for those who continue to push TN forward.✨👷🏽♀️👷🏻♂️
BREAKING: Home Depot has started giving out free training to Americans who want to work in HVAC, carpentry, electricity, & construction.
The classes are self-paced and students will earn certifications they can use on their resumes.
THIS IS AWESOME!