Despite stagnant unemployment, many companies in Georgia are having a difficult time finding skilled workers, especially in the manufacturing industry.
Jamie Cummings, general manager of Apollo Staffing in Covington, told Cov News that many companies in the state are looking for professionals with knowledge in the skilled trades for certain industrial positions, including those who have had welding and electrical training.
Martha King, chief executive officer of Associated Staffing, told the news agency that her firm is also seeing a gap when it comes to the skilled trades.
"If we’re talking about mechanical and industrial work, there are more skilled jobs than skilled workers," King stressed.
State officials are now hoping to get more job seekers back to school with an initiative that offers financial help for certain career college training courses. The state's Hope Program is available to residents looking to attend any of the state's 26 technical colleges, and will cover up to 90 percent of the standard tuition for a technical or diploma certificate.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that professionals with an advanced postsecondary degree have the potential to earn $500 more per week than those with a high school diploma or less.
With many hiring managers and recruiters looking for qualified workers, now may be a good time for job seekers to hone their skills with career college training as it appears the demand for specialized professionals will continue well beyond the new year.
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