Randstad North America Inc.
03/26/2026 | Press release | Archived content
SIA: skilled trades roles now take longer to hire than desk-based workers.
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A study by Randstad USA reveals that hiring for skilled trades now averages 56 days, surpassing the 54-day average for desk-based roles due to a surge in demand for physical AI infrastructure. While specialized roles like robotics technicians have seen triple-digit growth, the sector faces a talent deficit as more workers exit the trades than enter.
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