The blue collar industry that's booming across the country - and even provides training to help achieve a major life milestone

According to daily mail America's labor market may be cooling off, but one unexpected blue collar industry that is heating up across the country is construction.   

The booming construction industry is part of an increasing demand for skilled laborers such as carpenters, millwrights, drywall workers and electricians.

Some companies within the sector are even providing training to their employees helping them achieve major life milestones including a high school diploma and a driver's license.

Nearly 250,000 new workers joining the field since last year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Arizona is one state experiencing significant growth with the Phoenix metro area alone having one of the highest construction employment rates in 2023.