According to a recent Asheville State of the Workforce survey in Western North Carolina, these are the desired industry-specific credentials sought: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification Journeyman qualifications OSHA 10 training National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) training Training or experience in construction, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping See all of the data in this PDF.
The WNC Construction Career Day is an event at the Smoky Mountain Event Center (Haywood County Fairgrounds) in Waynesville. This is an opportunity for WNC students to learn more about the construction industry, skilled trades, and the many careers that are in demand, talk with company representatives and participate in hands-on activities. Visit regularly for updates.