11 Fastest Growing Blue Collar Jobs

9. Helpers – electricians

Projected growth: 18

Average salary: 29,110

Electrician’s helpers assist electricians by using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. As you can see from the job description, the occupation does not require special knowledge. However, if your goal is to become electrician one day, the position gives you a great opportunity to pick up necessary skills and get on-job training from experienced workers. Advancing from helper to electrician is something worth considering, as you will be earning almost twice more.

Currently, the greatest demand for electricians’ helpers is in Texas, New York, and Florida, while top paying states for the occupations are Louisiana, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.