Chart Your Course: Converting Military Expertise into a Rewarding Career
To Start: a partial list of ‘Trade jobs’ for military personnel transitioning into civilian jobs.
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Carpenter
- HVAC Technician
- Welder
- Machinist
- Diesel Mechanic
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Construction Manager
- Roofer
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Painter
- Flooring Technician
- Mason
- Landscape Designer
- Surveyor
- Architect
- Wind Turbine Technician
- Solar Panel Installer
- Pipeline Technician
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Concrete Finisher
- Refrigeration Technician
- Ironworker
- Elevator Technician
Military training and experience can vary widely, so it is important for individuals to carefully evaluate their skills and interests before choosing a career. Some jobs may also require additional education or certification.
