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02 / Salary data · Hiring Index October 2026

Know your rate before you apply.

Every month we measure the trades job market from the postings on our own board — postings by trade, advertised pay, and where the hiring is. Here's October 2026.

9,201

postings tracked in October 2026

Electricians

busiest trade — 2,067 postings

$99,840/yr

top advertised US median — hvac technicians

7.2%

of postings disclosed pay

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04 / FAQ

Common questions

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Why do some job listings on Tradesppl link to external sites?

Tradesppl is currently in its growth phase. Right now our focus is on making sure tradespeople across the United States can find as many opportunities as possible without having to search multiple sites. To do this, we pull listings from partner platforms and employer sites so everything is in one place. When you click Apply on one of these listings, it will open the original posting on the employer's site.

Employers and contractors can also post jobs directly on Tradesppl. Reach out to us to get started.

What is Tradesppl and what trades does it cover?

Tradesppl is a job board built for skilled tradespeople across the United States. It was created specifically for the trades because most general job boards treat trade jobs as an afterthought. Our focus is on the occupations that are in highest demand right now. That includes electricians, HVAC technicians, welders, plumbers, and pipefitters, with listings across the United States.

Every listing, salary guide, and resource on Tradesppl is relevant to people who work with their hands. That is what sets us apart.

Is Tradesppl free to use for job seekers?

Yes, completely free. Any tradesperson can browse and apply for jobs on Tradesppl without paying anything.

If you are an employer hiring tradespeople and want to get your roles in front of qualified candidates, contact us to get started.

What regions does Tradesppl cover?

Tradesppl covers the United States, with the most listings where trades demand is highest. We cover Texas including Houston, Arizona including Phoenix, Colorado including Denver, Tennessee including Nashville, North Carolina including Raleigh and Charlotte, and Ohio including Columbus.

New regions are being added regularly as the platform grows.

I am an employer. How do I post jobs on Tradesppl?

Employers can post jobs directly on Tradesppl and reach a growing community of qualified tradespeople. We are especially looking for employers hiring electricians, HVAC technicians, welders, plumbers, and pipefitters across the United States. Get in touch with us to post your roles.

How much do skilled tradespeople earn in the United States?

Trades wages vary by trade, certification level, and location — so instead of quoting national averages, we measure advertised pay directly. Every month the Tradesppl Hiring Index reports what employers actually offered in job postings published on our own board.

In the October 2026 edition, US postings that disclosed pay ran medians of $67,600 per year for electricians, $65,520 per year for heavy equipment operators, and $99,840 per year for HVAC technicians.

Only about 7% of postings disclose pay at all, so check the index and our per-trade salary guides before you negotiate. Explore the full data in the Tradesppl Hiring Index.

Do I need a Red Seal certification to find jobs on Tradesppl?

Not at all. Tradesppl has listings for every certification level. Whether you are an apprentice just getting started, a journeyperson with years of experience, or a Red Seal certified tradesperson looking for your next opportunity, you will find relevant roles on our platform.

How often are job listings updated on Tradesppl?

Our aggregated listings are refreshed every day so you are always seeing current opportunities. High-demand categories like electrician jobs in Texas and welder jobs in Arizona are updated every 24 hours so nothing slips through.

Once direct employer listings are live on the platform, those will appear in real time as employers post them. The goal is to make Tradesppl the most current and complete source for trade jobs in the United States.