Employers continue to seek skilled trades professionals amid active job postings across various platforms. A plumber position was listed by CBRE on April 3, requiring journeyman certification and experience in preventive maintenance and repairs.[1] Similar opportunities appear for journeyman electricians and HVAC technicians, with listings on major job sites showing dozens of openings.[2][3]
Key Positions Available
The City of Santa Fe maintains an employment portal with trades roles, including welders providing fabrication and maintenance services.[4] Companies such as CBRE, City of Santa Fe, and TLC Plumbing are among those hiring for plumbing, electrical, welding, and HVAC work. Pro-Tech Air Conditioning & Heating seeks HVAC service technicians offering from $40 per hour.[5]
Training and Apprenticeships
Santa Fe Community College offers programs through its School of Trades, Advanced Technologies and Sustainability, covering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical skills.[6] The Early College Opportunities program with Santa Fe Public Schools partners with the college for skilled trades pathways.[7] Northern New Mexico College, about 45 minutes north, provides certificates and associate degrees in plumbing, electrical technology, welding, carpentry, and HVAC, with union apprenticeship tracks.[8] The Northern New Mexico Workforce Integration Network operates a mobile training unit for skilled trades, partnering with local institutions.[9]
Statewide workforce development initiatives signal potential growth in apprenticeship opportunities. Local workers can explore SFCC Trades programs, NNMC Technical Trades, and nnm-WIN training to prepare for these roles.
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