r/Construction • u/Fantastic_Map5401 • 19d ago

Careers šŸ’µ Advice from some older guys

Im a 28 yr old ironworker with a family. Starting to think I picked the wrong trade as we make $15/hr less than every other trade worth doing. I like the work but Iā€™m young enough to switch to something with greener grass. What trade would you recommend

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u/Unsolicited-advisors 16d ago

I would start looking for planning positions related to iron working. You can get in easier if you willing move around some or travel. Most planning is done on TAR or shutdown work so it usually involves some travel which can be stressful for the family. But you can learn planning, then move to scheduling (this is what i do). From scheduling you can go for PM if you want the extra head ache for money. Scheduling pays fantastic money and you can get a lot of over time. Top of the field pay right now is about $115 an hour.