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⚡⚡⚡ Every day, more & more Tennesseans like Bryron in Memphis are choosing a successful career in the trades. Start earning a competitive salary without the time commitment & expense of a four-year degree. 🔌💡 Find training at gobuildtennessee.com

The US needs 500,000 new electricians this decade. Apprenticeships take 5 years. Microsoft’s Brad Smith says it’s the #1 thing slowing data center expansion. The AI bottleneck isn’t chips. It’s the trades.

This #WomeninConstruction Week, we're celebrating the crucial role women have in the construction industry. Their hard work is key in building TN's future and deserves to be recognized always. #WICWeek2026 👷‍♀️💪

Happy Presidents Day, Tennessee 🇺🇸

You know what they say — if you love what you do, you never work a day in your life. 🏗️ ❤️

In February, we celebrate #CTEMonth, highlighting the crucial contributions of CTE programs in addressing the needs of TN's #skilledtrades sectors. Through a network of committed education partners, CTE is empowering students with skills for success in the future job market. 👷‍♂️👷🏽‍♀️

This winter storm is a reminder that the #skilledtrades don’t just build TN—they’re an essential part of our lives. Endless thanks to every lineman, HVAC tech, road crew worker, electrician, plumber, and others who continue to work tirelessly for Tennesseans. 📷 @Tennessean

Today we honor Dr. King for his vision of opportunity and freedom for all. #MLKDay

Happy Thanksgiving, Tennessee 🦃

🛣️ 🚧 Today is the busiest travel day of the year & it wouldn't be possible without the dedication & skill of our road builders. As 1.9 million Tennesseans hit the roads this week, we thank every Tennessean who works tirelessly to keep The Volunteer State moving.

Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. Their dedication and sacrifice inspire us, and their skills continue to shape our workforce. Thank you for your service and for all you do. 🇺🇸

This National Career Development Month, we're celebrating Tennessee's commitment to creating a strong and skilled workforce. Find training near you at gobuildtennessee.com/training-progr…

💀There's nothing more frightening than a desk job. Ditch the debt and the suit with a rewarding and high-paying skilled trades career. Find your path today at gobuildtennessee.com 🎃

Today is #NationalTennesseeDay. We're proud to be part of the greatest state in the union & grateful for those who continue to push TN forward.✨👷🏽‍♀️👷🏻‍♂️

BREAKING: Home Depot has started giving out free training to Americans who want to work in HVAC, carpentry, electricity, & construction. The classes are self-paced and students will earn certifications they can use on their resumes. THIS IS AWESOME!

Home Depot offering free, self-paced training in HVAC, carpentry, and electrical work is exactly what America needs. TN’s TCAT programs also offer opportunities in the trades — great careers, no college debt. tbr.edu/institutions/c… Two great options to learn a trade.🔧🇺🇸

The START Center in Knoxville equips TN’s workforce with trade-based education through innovative teaching & industry experience. It was great to join @GlennJacobsTN to tour & visit with the Tennesseans enrolled in this program that’s creating greater economic opportunity across East TN.

🏗️ Today we honor the men and women whose skills keep Tennessee running strong. Happy #NationalTradesmenDay to our builders, welders, electricians, and every trades professional shaping our future. ➡️ Become a part of building the Volunteer State at GoBuildTennessee.com

"We’ve been telling kids for 15 years to code. 'Learn to code!’ Yeah, well, AI's coming for the coders. They're not coming for the welders. They're not coming for the plumbers...” - @mikeroweworks 🔗forbes.com/sites/timbajar…

Happy #LaborDay to the skilled trades professionals who build Tennessee from the ground up. You’re the ones who keep Tennessee's economy running strong and we are grateful.

"From robotics in welding to digital modeling in construction, skilled tradespeople are operating at the cutting edge of innovation. These are also some of the best jobs out there." @tnchamber elizabethton.com/2025/08/28/ski…