Pursue a fulfilling and rewarding career in the skilled trades
On April 21, 2022, Klein Tools, in partnership with HBI (Home Builders Institute) in the USA, presented International Signing Day. This annual event honored students who chose to pursue a professional career in the skilled trades in areas like residential wiring, building trades and renovations, HVAC or plumbing.
![Infographic showing job shortage](/sites/kleintools/files/images/promos/signingday/isd-infographic-workforce.jpg)
As the country faces an aging and retiring workforce, we desperately need more young students entering the skilled trades - our nation's infrastructure depends on it.
A skilled trades career comes with a high satisfaction rate and abundant, high-earning opportunities. What's more, trade school can be completed without assuming the astronomical debt typically associated with earning a 4-year college degree.
![Infographic showing skilled trade earning potential](/sites/kleintools/files/images/promos/signingday/isd-infographic-rewardingwork.jpg)
![Infographic showing average tuition of trade school compared to college](/sites/kleintools/files/images/promos/signingday/isd-infographic-tradeschool.jpg)
There is more than one path to a rewarding and successful career. If you or someone you know enjoys working with your hands, using technology, and learning on the job, the skilled trades can be an excellent choice.