A new year marks the time for new beginnings, and for those considering a career transition, we’ve pulled together 24 of the hottest jobs for in-demand industries in Guilford County. Using data from the NC Department of Commerce, Labor & Economic Analysis Division (LEAD) and Chmura JobsEQ (based on occupational projections), we cover each sector’s top jobs for 2024.
Advanced Manufacturing
The advanced manufacturing sector covers many different industries and uses innovative technology to improve products or systems. Typically, manufacturing is categorized by production, transportation and materials handling, and installation maintenance and repair. However, advanced manufacturing also includes opportunities in administrative and management roles.
Some hot jobs in these industries include:
- Machine Operator
- CDL Driver
- Maintenance Technician
- Office & Administration
Installation, Maintenance and Repair has over 2,000 annual job openings.*
Skilled Trades (Construction)
The Skilled Trades (Construction) sector is all about the building of new structures; the buildings, schools, roads, homes and even more that everyone depends on. This sector is continually in high demand, especially as new businesses move to Guilford County. To better understand the Skilled Trades (Construction) sector, most trades workers fall into one or more of these classifications: structural, mechanical, or finishing workers
Here are some of the hottest jobs in this sector:
- Construction equipment operators
- HVAC
- Electricians
- Project Managers
Since the skilled trades/construction sector is in demand, the annual job openings in Greensboro are 2,052. However, throughout the state of North Carolina, the annual job openings are over 25,000.*
Healthcare
The healthcare sector covers a diverse array of career opportunities. The main sectors include pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, equipment, distribution, facilities, and managed healthcare. With over 200 various healthcare professions, this industry is one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors – especially here in Guilford County.
Some of the top jobs in these healthcare sectors include:
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Specialists
- Healthcare Support – Medical Assistants
- Medical Equipment Preparers
- Phlebotomists
Healthcare Support has over 3,000 annual job openings, and Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Specialists make up more than 1,700 annual job openings.*
Transportation & Logistics
With the rise of e-commerce, the need for more transportation and logistics workers continues to climb. The jobs in this sector focus on efficiency and accuracy because it depends on the success of moving goods. From Heavy Equipment & Tractor Trailor Drivers, Light Delivery, Freight and Material Movers, the opportunities for careers in this industry are vast.
Here are some of the hottest jobs in the transportation and logistics industry:
- Maintenance Workers
- Carriers and Material Collectors
- Forklift Driver
- Freight Handler
Since we rely on this industry so much, Transportation and Material Moving has 7,582 annual job openings.*
Information Technologies (IT)
Information Technology (IT) refers to fields that utilize computer systems, software, programming and data processing and storage. Every business and organizations needs IT services to function in an efficient and productive way. There are various careers in the IT industry; today, there’s a massive push for cybersecurity that will continue to expand well into the future.
Some of the top IT jobs are:
- Systems Analysts
- Network Technician
- Software Engineer
- Field Technician
There are 761 annual job openings in the computer and mathematical (IT) fields.* Jobs in the IT industry require additional education and specialized training.
Aviation
The aviation sector continues to grow, especially here in Guilford County. With new businesses moving to our area, aviation technology and manufacturing jobs are abundant. Some of the different careers available in the aviation sector include aircraft manufacturing, structures assembly and repair, aviation systems technology and aviation electronics technology.
Here are some of the top jobs in Guilford County’s aviation sector:
- Assembler
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Avionics Electric Technician
- Quality Control Inspector
According to the GuilfordWorks Industry Dashboard, the aviation industry’s regional employment is over 5,000. Interested in exploring a career in aviation?
Looking forward to an Exciting New Year Career!
A new year holds lots of promise, especially if you want to work in Guilford County and the surrounding area. So, if you’re ready for a career shift, visit GuilfordWorks.org each week to look through this week’s hottest jobs.
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